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WR52 ETX

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

196,142 mi
Last recorded196,142 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR52 ETX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 196,142 miles

engine and diff oil leaks

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 30 Nov 2017 196,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine and diff oil leaks

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 22 Dec 2016 187,408 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear may need to be check by a technician on a 2 poster ramp (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Fail 16 Dec 2016 187,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear may need to be check by a technician on a 2 poster ramp (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 176,756 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 162,704 miles

oil leaks engine and diff

Pass 13 Dec 2013 142,241 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 124,774 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 113,171 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 98,990 miles

fron t tyres wearing on edge

Pass 8 Dec 2009 81,472 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 72,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2007 64,091 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 56,163 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 47,659 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 47,602 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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WR52 ETX is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WR52 ETX, 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 WR52 ETX registered?

WR52 ETX is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is WR52 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR52 ETX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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