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YS52 FLF

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

152,000 mi
Last recorded152,000 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS52 FLF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 152,000 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016
Pass 2 Oct 2014 128,547 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 116,759 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 95,652 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 86,197 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 82,604 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 82,599 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 75,237 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 69,969 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 62,160 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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YS52 FLF is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YS52 FLF, 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 YS52 FLF?

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What year was YS52 FLF registered?

YS52 FLF is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is YS52 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS52 FLF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS52 FLF have outstanding finance?

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