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SK52 YPU

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,658 mi
Last recorded100,658 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 YPU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 100,658 miles

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

front brake discs lipped and in a poor condition

Fail 19 Jul 2016 100,658 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake discs lipped and in a poor condition

Pass 14 Jul 2015 94,905 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 89,335 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,626 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 75,626 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)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 64,594 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 58,360 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 58,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 50,876 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 50,876 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,452 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 32,014 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 22,965 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 20,115 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 15,305 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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SK52 YPU is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK52 YPU, 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 SK52 YPU?

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What year was SK52 YPU registered?

SK52 YPU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is SK52 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 YPU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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