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WF02 UBS

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,066 mi
Last recorded160,066 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 UBS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 160,066 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2018 160,037 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 155,411 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2016 149,760 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 143,514 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 136,774 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesel test undetected too clean

Pass 10 Jan 2013 129,709 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering rack gaiter slightly deteriorated and twisted

Fail 10 Jan 2013 129,709 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering rack gaitor slightly deteriorated and twisted

Pass 13 Jan 2012 126,013 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 117,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jan 2010 111,627 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 105,428 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 86,718 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 16 Jan 2007 77,234 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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WF02 UBS is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WF02 UBS, 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 WF02 UBS registered?

WF02 UBS is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is WF02 UBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF02 UBS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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