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SW51 VZZ

2002 BMW X5

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,056 mi
Last recorded152,056 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW51 VZZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2017 152,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 130,270 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 125,066 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

both front tyre`s are wearing on the outer edge`s

Pass 9 Dec 2011 123,220 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 120,677 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front discs worn with lipp

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2011 120,677 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front discs worn with lipp

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2010 112,834 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 99,399 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 85,462 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 85,420 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 75,130 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 61,229 miles

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)

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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SW51 VZZ is a 2002 BMW X5 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW51 VZZ, 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 SW51 VZZ?

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What year was SW51 VZZ registered?

SW51 VZZ is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is SW51 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW51 VZZ shows 12 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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