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RY02 HHN

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,895 mi
Last recorded100,895 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 HHN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 100,895 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2019 100,895 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 98,738 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 98,737 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 96,426 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 96,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 92,899 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 89,214 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 86,576 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 46,978 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 80,208 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 78,084 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 74,129 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 70,048 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 70,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 59,859 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 50,170 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 38,930 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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RY02 HHN is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RY02 HHN, 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 RY02 HHN?

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What year was RY02 HHN registered?

RY02 HHN is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is RY02 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY02 HHN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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