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2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

62,053 mi
Last recorded62,053 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2251 HN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 62,053 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 60,140 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2024 60,140 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 59,202 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 56,627 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 54,831 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 53,714 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 52,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 52,223 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 51,034 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 50,015 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 48,921 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 47,753 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 46,639 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,584 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 42,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 42,364 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 41,034 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 39,361 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 37,849 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 35,380 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 31,106 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 25,677 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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2251 HN is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 2251 HN, 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 2251 HN registered?

2251 HN is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 29 May 2002.

Is 2251 HN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2251 HN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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