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RX02 VBK

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,551 mi
Last recorded138,551 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VBK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 138,551 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 124,891 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 109,822 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 96,280 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 96,280 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 86,191 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 71,639 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 57,079 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 VBK is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VBK, 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 RX02 VBK?

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What year was RX02 VBK registered?

RX02 VBK is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 17 June 2002.

Is RX02 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VBK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX02 VBK have outstanding finance?

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