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VX02 APU

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,190 mi
Last recorded148,190 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 APU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 148,190 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 143,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 136,320 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 133,859 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 131,960 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 129,957 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 128,452 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 124,876 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 122,513 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 119,273 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 115,476 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 111,617 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 107,458 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 103,669 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 99,809 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 16 Feb 2011 95,834 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 90,856 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 83,412 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 70,813 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 60,189 miles

Front brake discs and brake pads worn. Offside rear link arm slight play

Pass 13 Feb 2006 48,351 miles

rear brake pads low

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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VX02 APU is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX02 APU, 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 VX02 APU registered?

VX02 APU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VX02 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX02 APU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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