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RL52 VNU

2002 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

140,028 mi
Last recorded140,028 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 VNU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 140,028 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 126,238 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 126,215 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 118,691 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 117,139 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 116,985 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 116,523 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 107,589 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 101,059 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 93,201 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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RL52 VNU is a 2002 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL52 VNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RL52 VNU?

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What year was RL52 VNU registered?

RL52 VNU is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is RL52 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 VNU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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