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GN52 FFU

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

162,052 mi
Last recorded162,052 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 FFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 162,052 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 152,483 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 140,473 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 134,916 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 132,916 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 119,758 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)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 97,050 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)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 73,594 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 60,757 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 60,757 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 45,258 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 28,519 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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GN52 FFU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GN52 FFU, 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 GN52 FFU?

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What year was GN52 FFU registered?

GN52 FFU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is GN52 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 FFU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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