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LV02 TSU

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,076 mi
Last recorded170,076 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 TSU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2022 170,076 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 166,892 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 163,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 159,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 157,013 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 155,031 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 149,306 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 149,115 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 140,615 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 233,653 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 119,854 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Propshaft component defective

Pass 17 Jul 2010 113,985 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 110,220 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 102,310 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 76,133 miles

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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LV02 TSU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV02 TSU, 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 LV02 TSU registered?

LV02 TSU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is LV02 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 TSU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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