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GN02 XZC

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

110,959 mi
Last recorded110,959 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 XZC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 110,959 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 109,296 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 107,770 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 102,711 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 99,094 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 99,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 99,041 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush below front panel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect adjuster not working lens loose (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working lens loose (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 95,270 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 95,270 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 92,038 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 87,810 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 81,871 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 75,043 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 67,672 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,568 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 56,829 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 53,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

sticker on offside off windscreen

Pass 19 Aug 2010 49,923 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 47,361 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 47,361 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 44,188 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 36,210 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 32,555 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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GN02 XZC is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN02 XZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN02 XZC?

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What year was GN02 XZC registered?

GN02 XZC is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is GN02 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 XZC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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