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RX02 VEY

2002 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

124,370 mi
Last recorded124,370 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VEY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 124,370 miles

2 Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at previously welded patch repairs (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded both ns and os (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns and os from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions jut met

slight corrosion to some underbody components / panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Fail 20 Nov 2017 124,370 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort EFF= 14% Readings: 80 / 180 (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure detached (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating at 50KgF (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

2 Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at previously welded patch repairs (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded both ns and os (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam PRS: replaced H7 bulb (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns and os from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both ns and os (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions jut met

slight corrosion to some underbody components / panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 2 Dec 2016 116,290 miles

Front coil spring corroded both ns and os (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns and os + front to rear sections (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

child seat/s fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt/s

exhaust system patch repaired / welded in sections

slight corrosion to some underbody components / panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 26 Nov 2015 102,666 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexy (7.1.2)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both: slightly (3.5.1i)

Rear child seat/s fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt/s

exhaust system patch repaired / welded in places

light corrosion to some underbody components

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields /engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,898 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 83,366 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sill covered

Pass 1 Mar 2013 78,609 miles

sills covered

Pass 19 Mar 2012 72,838 miles

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

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

sills covered

Pass 16 Mar 2011 64,590 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 62,010 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 57,976 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 51,854 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 44,623 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 35,674 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 VEY is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VEY, 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 VEY registered?

RX02 VEY is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is RX02 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VEY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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