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GF52 TPZ

2002 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

156,462 mi
Last recorded156,462 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 TPZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 156,462 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 154,657 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 152,618 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 148,985 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 141,635 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 131,967 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 131,967 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 122,104 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 108,926 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 102,824 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 83,327 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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GF52 TPZ is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel 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 GF52 TPZ, 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 GF52 TPZ registered?

GF52 TPZ is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is GF52 TPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 TPZ 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 GF52 TPZ have outstanding finance?

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