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LS02 OXJ

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,212 mi
Last recorded64,212 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 OXJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 64,212 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 60,341 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 56,486 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 56,382 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 50,228 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 50,325 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 50,325 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 50,248 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 50,248 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 47,847 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 45,794 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 40,117 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 32,708 miles

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)

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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LS02 OXJ is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LS02 OXJ, 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

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What year was LS02 OXJ registered?

LS02 OXJ is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is LS02 OXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 OXJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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