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RX02 URU

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

127,449 mi
Last recorded127,449 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 URU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 127,449 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 127,449 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 116,880 miles

Engine Oil Low

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 109,246 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive looks like its coming from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 109,245 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged side wall damaged an shows cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive looks like its coming from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 96,448 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 89,290 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

headlamp beam images deteriating

nearside headlamp beam height ajuster requires attention

offside outer sill damaged

Pass 19 Jul 2018 77,263 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 77,261 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak no gas no damping efect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 64,411 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Fog light slight cracked

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing edge (Nearside Front) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing edge (Nearside Rear) (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 64,411 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Fog light slight cracked

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing edge (Nearside Front) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing edge (Nearside Rear) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 62,831 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre has a small nail

Pass 14 Sep 2015 60,803 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 58,218 miles

both rear tyres getting alittle low inner edges

Pass 7 Sep 2013 55,312 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,752 miles

nearside front tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 16 Dec 2010 44,194 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 44,193 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

REAR BRAKE DISCS BADLY CORRODED

Pass 23 Sep 2009 40,870 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 35,320 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 35,320 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 30,844 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,854 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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RX02 URU 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 73.9%.

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 RX02 URU, 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 RX02 URU registered?

RX02 URU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is RX02 URU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 URU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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