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LC02 YPT

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

118,721 mi
Last recorded118,721 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 YPT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 118,721 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 106,838 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 106,838 miles

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side ` (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 97,245 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 95,656 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 94,091 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 91,929 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 88,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 84,529 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 80,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 80,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 74,986 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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Pass 10 Jul 2011 70,796 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 66,283 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 60,856 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 60,807 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Jul 2008 54,227 miles

ENGINE ILGHT STAYS ON

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 54,227 miles

ENGINE ILGHT STAYS ON

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 48,197 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 41,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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LC02 YPT is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 108,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC02 YPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC02 YPT registered?

LC02 YPT is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is LC02 YPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 YPT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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