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VU52 XVG

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,232 mi
Last recorded173,232 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 XVG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 173,232 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 165,189 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area & sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 160,395 miles

Vehicle has plastic sill covers

Pass 19 Aug 2022 153,508 miles

Plastic sill covers

Pass 27 Aug 2021 146,410 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 145,662 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 145,636 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 142,327 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 142,325 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 139,224 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 137,559 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 136,156 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 136,156 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working LLB 239 festoon (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 133,160 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 133,253 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 127,823 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 124,128 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 124,128 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 120,207 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 116,464 miles

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

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

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

front discs worn

Pass 22 Apr 2010 112,371 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 107,810 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 100,714 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 78,380 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 78,380 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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 21 Apr 2006 51,838 miles

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

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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VU52 XVG is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VU52 XVG, 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 VU52 XVG?

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What year was VU52 XVG registered?

VU52 XVG is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is VU52 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 XVG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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