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GL02 KNK

2002 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

120,278 mi
Last recorded120,278 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 KNK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 120,278 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 114,356 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 111,024 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 106,472 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 99,585 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 92,452 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 92,452 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 81,663 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 63,879 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 57,123 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 44,786 miles

NSR tyre has nail in tread

Pass 4 Sep 2006 36,572 miles

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

PARKING BRAKE READINGS JUST ABOVE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - ADVISE ADJUSTMENT

Pass 15 Sep 2005 29,535 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)

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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GL02 KNK is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL02 KNK, 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 GL02 KNK registered?

GL02 KNK is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is GL02 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 KNK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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