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VNZ 6483

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

112,455 mi
Last recorded112,455 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNZ 6483
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 112,455 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 112,445 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords INSIDE (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. REAR (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRACK CONTROL ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 108,884 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 106,855 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 102,661 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 102,628 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 96,695 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 89,360 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,690 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 77,547 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 71,971 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 66,257 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges. nearside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 22 Feb 2010 60,696 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 53,541 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 49,823 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 39,916 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 34,092 miles

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)

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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VNZ 6483 is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VNZ 6483, 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 VNZ 6483 registered?

VNZ 6483 is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VNZ 6483 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNZ 6483 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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