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SJ02 SFU

2002 BMW X5

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,914 mi
Last recorded103,914 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 SFU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 103,914 miles

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

Offside Front 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 18 Dec 2012 99,705 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 85,597 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 68,183 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 65,650 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 48,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 46,187 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 16 Nov 2009 46,187 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2008 28,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 114,116 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 98,573 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

r/h rear tailgate lamp cracked

Fail 20 Oct 2006 98,573 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

r/h rear tailgate lamp cracked

Pass 19 Oct 2005 74,706 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 74,706 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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SJ02 SFU is a 2002 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ02 SFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ02 SFU?

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What year was SJ02 SFU registered?

SJ02 SFU is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is SJ02 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ02 SFU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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