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RE52 VFS

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

87,727 mi
Last recorded87,727 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 VFS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 87,727 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 87,618 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 77,902 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 70,303 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 70,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 68,127 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 64,651 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 64,602 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 57,093 miles

Offside Front TRACK ROD HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 52,382 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 50,268 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 45,127 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,776 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 43,869 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 42,322 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 38,364 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,720 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 33,800 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 30,899 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 28,263 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,466 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 21,281 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 18,318 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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RE52 VFS is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 108,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE52 VFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RE52 VFS?

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What year was RE52 VFS registered?

RE52 VFS is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is RE52 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE52 VFS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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