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GV02 TXP

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,274 mi
Last recorded132,274 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 TXP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2015 132,274 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2014

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 6 Jul 2013 120,095 miles

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

both rear anti roll bar link slight play

rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2012 108,849 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

rear number plate starting to distort

Pass 18 Jun 2011 95,889 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

rear number plate starting to distort

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2010 87,120 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 77,561 miles

rear number plate starting to distort

Pass 5 Jul 2008 64,444 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 54,490 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 46,169 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 33,992 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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GV02 TXP is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 GV02 TXP, 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

How do I check the history of GV02 TXP?

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What year was GV02 TXP registered?

GV02 TXP is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is GV02 TXP safe to buy?

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