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GF02 VZB

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,356 mi
Last recorded111,356 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 VZB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 111,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre pressure low

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Nov 2014 102,651 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

advise front tyres worn on edges

Fail 5 Nov 2014 102,651 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

advise front tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Nov 2013 95,455 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Nov 2013 95,455 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2012 86,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 77,762 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 72,664 miles

slight cut to osr tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2009 65,015 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 56,153 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 47,219 miles

damage to windscreen

wear to rear brake pads

Pass 27 Sep 2006 39,513 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both front tyres becoming out of shape

front brake pads and discs worn

low to no tread on parts of both front tyres

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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GF02 VZB is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF02 VZB, 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 GF02 VZB registered?

GF02 VZB is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is GF02 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 VZB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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