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2002 BMW 525 2.5L Petrol · YK02 VWT

YK02 VWT

2002 BMW 525 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 81,911 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 525
Year / Origin
2002 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
81,911 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Jun 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
2494cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-05-14 at 81,911 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating stable roadworthiness. Previous tests from 2024-05-29 and 2023-05-26 also passed without issues, though a duplicate entry on 2024-05-29 shows a failed result with the same mileage, suggesting a possible administrative error. Overall, the maintenance trend remains consistent, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults flagged in the recorded tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 81,911 miles at 24 years old equates to approximately 3,413 miles annually, significantly lower than average for its age. This suggests infrequent use or periods of inactivity, which can accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes, brake calipers, and exhaust systems due to lack of regular operation. Gaps between MOT tests—such as the 13-month interval between 2022-06-03 and 2023-05-26—may indicate irregular maintenance, though no defects were recorded during this period. A buyer should inspect the suspension for hardened bushes or coil spring fatigue, as low mileage can mask wear in these areas. The exhaust system and brake components, particularly rear calipers, warrant scrutiny for corrosion or binding, as these issues may not surface in short-term tests. Structural integrity should also be verified, as rust or panel damage could go undetected in a vehicle with minimal usage. The duplicate MOT entry on 2024-05-29 requires clarification to confirm the vehicle’sTrue compliance history.
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YK02 VWT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2025
  • 81,911 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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YK02 VWT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 525 (YK02 VWT) between June 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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YK02 VWT Mileage History

  1. 03/06/202277,514 mi
  2. 26/05/202379,007 mi+1,493 mi
  3. 29/05/202480,546 mi+1,539 mi
  4. 29/05/202480,546 mi
  5. 14/05/202581,911 mi+1,365 mi

Average of roughly 1,493 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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