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LC52 SRV

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests28 (23 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate82.1%

Mileage

118,337 mi
Last recorded118,337 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 SRV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

23 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 118,337 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 118,322 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 117,871 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 117,250 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 116,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 115,584 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 115,584 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 115,060 miles
Pass 22 May 2018

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

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

Fail 22 May 2018

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017
Pass 13 Jun 2016 106,322 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 54,321 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 54,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 54,321 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 100,858 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 99,370 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 95,498 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 87,409 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 68,802 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 68,802 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 25,444 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 68,007 miles

tyres rounded.

Pass 22 May 2008 60,620 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 49,341 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 40,720 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2005 30,329 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER WHEEL ARCH TRIMS DAMAGED

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2005 29,340 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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LC52 SRV is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.1%.

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 LC52 SRV, 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 LC52 SRV registered?

LC52 SRV is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is LC52 SRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 SRV shows 28 tests with a 82.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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