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SE52 LPP

2002 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,397 mi
Last recorded81,397 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE52 LPP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 81,397 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 81,396 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2024 81,389 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 81,374 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 81,179 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 81,147 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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SE52 LPP is a 2002 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 89,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SE52 LPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 24 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SE52 LPP?

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What year was SE52 LPP registered?

SE52 LPP is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is SE52 LPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE52 LPP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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