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GV02 YLG

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126,381 mi
Last recorded126,381 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2005
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 YLG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2005 126,381 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 126,165 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 YLG is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YLG, 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 YLG?

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What year was GV02 YLG registered?

GV02 YLG is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is GV02 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV02 YLG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV02 YLG have outstanding finance?

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