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RX52 MVM

2002 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 MVM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 164,288 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022

Handbrake only just met performance requirements

Pass 25 Sep 2021

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 137,550 miles

Front exhaust flexi worn & blowing slighty

O/s front to rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2019 131,808 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 127,035 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 121,401 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 115,263 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 112,088 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 108,694 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 103,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 98,697 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 92,325 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 85,839 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 79,227 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 72,295 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 64,820 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 56,034 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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RX52 MVM is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX52 MVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX52 MVM registered?

RX52 MVM is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is RX52 MVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 MVM shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX52 MVM have outstanding finance?

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