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GJ02 WFG

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,073 mi
Last recorded195,073 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 WFG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 195,073 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 187,910 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 180,664 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 172,893 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 166,027 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 157,937 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 150,310 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 133,969 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 119,088 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 112,306 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 92,765 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,763 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 54,284 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 43,472 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 38,937 miles

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

off side front tyre deteriorating

Pass 25 Oct 2008 34,215 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 31,356 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 26,632 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 16,605 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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GJ02 WFG is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ02 WFG, 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 GJ02 WFG registered?

GJ02 WFG is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is GJ02 WFG safe to buy?

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