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YW52 MGE

2002 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW52 MGE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016
Pass 13 Aug 2015 121,080 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 107,792 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 105,454 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 90,505 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2011 90,505 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 82,388 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 69,681 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 69,681 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 59,620 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 59,619 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 50,872 miles

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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YW52 MGE is a 2002 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YW52 MGE, 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 YW52 MGE registered?

YW52 MGE is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is YW52 MGE safe to buy?

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