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LG51 LYU

2002 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

178,474 mi
Last recorded178,474 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 LYU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 178,474 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 157,412 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 144,834 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 131,701 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 119,958 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 119,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 99,186 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 99,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 86,622 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 73,429 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 59,905 miles

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

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

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

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

unable to see inner brake pad thickness.recommend visit to workshop.

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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LG51 LYU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG51 LYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG51 LYU?

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What year was LG51 LYU registered?

LG51 LYU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is LG51 LYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 LYU shows 11 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.

Does LG51 LYU have outstanding finance?

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