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RE02 SVN

2002 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

155,191 mi
Last recorded155,191 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 SVN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 155,191 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 151,749 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 145,943 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 141,039 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 133,725 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 125,311 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 116,147 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 116,144 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 104,800 miles

offside handbrake performance low

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 4 Feb 2011 93,128 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 79,069 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 66,353 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 53,104 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 44,910 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,995 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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RE02 SVN is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RE02 SVN, 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 RE02 SVN?

You can check the full history of RE02 SVN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RE02 SVN registered?

RE02 SVN is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is RE02 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 SVN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE02 SVN have outstanding finance?

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