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SP02 PWO

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,106 mi
Last recorded139,106 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP02 PWO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 139,106 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 126,443 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 May 2013 116,340 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 116,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 101,123 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 92,399 miles

Nearside Rear 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 3 Mar 2010 76,097 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 57,505 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 51,578 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 42,010 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 32,686 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 32,676 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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SP02 PWO is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SP02 PWO, 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 SP02 PWO?

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What year was SP02 PWO registered?

SP02 PWO is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is SP02 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP02 PWO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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