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VA52 SKD

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

120,614 mi
Last recorded120,614 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 SKD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 120,614 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 116,820 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 7 Apr 2014 110,805 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 92,467 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 87,064 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 78,361 miles

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

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)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 71,572 miles

imbalance on parking brake

Pass 17 Feb 2009 65,345 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

front pad sensor tied round suspension leg

Pass 15 Mar 2008 55,354 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 54,954 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 45,943 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 32,839 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 31,982 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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VA52 SKD is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VA52 SKD, 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 VA52 SKD?

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What year was VA52 SKD registered?

VA52 SKD is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is VA52 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 SKD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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