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GV52 NFU

2002 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

183,373 mi
Last recorded183,373 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 NFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2011 183,373 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 169,107 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 169,107 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 158,304 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 144,974 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 127,879 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 109,141 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 82,618 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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GV52 NFU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GV52 NFU, 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

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What year was GV52 NFU registered?

GV52 NFU is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is GV52 NFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV52 NFU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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