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GV51 YHJ

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,408 mi
Last recorded118,408 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 YHJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2014 118,408 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 109,638 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 98,467 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 88,632 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 78,525 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 71,174 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 68,489 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 65,627 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

parking brake required attention

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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GV51 YHJ is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GV51 YHJ, 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 GV51 YHJ?

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What year was GV51 YHJ registered?

GV51 YHJ is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is GV51 YHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 YHJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV51 YHJ have outstanding finance?

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