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VN51 XHM

2002 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,183 mi
Last recorded188,183 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 XHM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2010 188,183 miles

BRAKE FLUID CHANGE DUE ,BOTH FRONT TRACKROD ENDS WORN , SLIGHTLEAK ON FRONT EXHAUST , LOW RESERVE TRAVEL ON PARK BRAKE , ALL ADVISES ASSESSED TO BE OK AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 24 Nov 2010 188,183 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

BRAKE FLUID CHANGE DUE , BOTH FRONT TRACK ROD ENDS WORN , SLIGHT LEAK ON EXHAUST AT FRONT , LOW RESERVE TRAVEL ON PARK BRAKE , ALL ADVISES ASSESSED TO BE OK AT TIME OPF TEST

Pass 12 Nov 2009 153,300 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2009 153,300 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 121,795 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Nov 2007 101,082 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 77,633 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 57,967 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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VN51 XHM is a 2002 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VN51 XHM, 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

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What year was VN51 XHM registered?

VN51 XHM is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is VN51 XHM safe to buy?

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