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S23 LED

2002 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,356 mi
Last recorded91,356 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2009
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS23 LED
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2009 91,356 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 90,446 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 75,077 miles

front and rear pads low. front discs lipped

nearside mirror cover broken

various body work damage. nearside front headlamp lense broken

Pass 12 Dec 2005 65,397 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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S23 LED is a 2002 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S23 LED, 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 S23 LED?

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What year was S23 LED registered?

S23 LED is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is S23 LED safe to buy?

The MOT history for S23 LED shows 4 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 S23 LED have outstanding finance?

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