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WP02 VBM

2002 BMW X5

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

116,882 mi
Last recorded116,882 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 VBM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 116,882 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 116,726 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 116,550 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 114,461 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 113,463 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 112,832 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 107,974 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,583 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 105,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 103,422 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 103,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 102,071 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 98,315 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 94,366 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 89,856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 86,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 84,696 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 82,415 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 67,635 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 67,588 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 56,854 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 45,255 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 45,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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WP02 VBM is a 2002 BMW X5 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP02 VBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WP02 VBM registered?

WP02 VBM is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is WP02 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP02 VBM shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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