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RK52 ZFL

2002 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,774 mi
Last recorded123,774 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK52 ZFL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 123,774 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 123,774 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 111,497 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 87,326 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 85,354 miles

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

near side rear tyre has cut in sidewall but not showing cords

Pass 14 Apr 2008 65,165 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat, seat belt not fully inspected....

wipers smear...

Pass 4 Apr 2007 55,131 miles

front brake discs worn..

o/s/f outer brake pad low,

wipers smear...

Pass 7 Apr 2006 46,934 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 39,377 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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RK52 ZFL is a 2002 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RK52 ZFL, 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

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What year was RK52 ZFL registered?

RK52 ZFL is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is RK52 ZFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK52 ZFL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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