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GX02 JCW

2002 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,459 mi
Last recorded136,459 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 JCW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 136,459 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 128,727 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 121,876 miles

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre perished and cracked on inner sidewall

Pass 24 May 2014 115,744 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 110,040 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 98,472 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 86,316 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 86,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 81,568 miles

Slight bind to N/S/R brake

Pass 19 Jan 2009 71,440 miles

spare tyre has bulge in outer side wall

Pass 22 Jan 2008 61,631 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 61,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake pads worn slightly low

handbrake uneven when applied (n/s 345kgF o/s 151kgF)

nearside front tyre perishing slightly and close to limit inner edge (2.0mm)

offside rear tyre close to limit (2.0mm), n/s/r tyre approaching limit (3.0mm) SIZE 23545R17Y

sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills

Pass 7 Feb 2007 52,372 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 44,134 miles

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

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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GX02 JCW is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX02 JCW, 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

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What year was GX02 JCW registered?

GX02 JCW is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is GX02 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX02 JCW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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