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LX02 EUT

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

178,487 mi
Last recorded178,487 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 EUT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 178,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 170,208 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 163,370 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 149,721 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 136,857 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 126,449 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 114,625 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 108,149 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 104,968 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 100,428 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 91,905 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 80,317 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 61,539 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 61,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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LX02 EUT is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LX02 EUT, 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 LX02 EUT registered?

LX02 EUT is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LX02 EUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX02 EUT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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