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GY02 SFX

2002 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

311,725 mi
Last recorded311,725 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY02 SFX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 311,725 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 311,725 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 278,622 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 278,622 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 241,374 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 241,374 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 206,406 miles

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

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

wiper blades getting bit worn

Fail 20 Feb 2014 206,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

wiper blades getting bit worn

Pass 21 Feb 2013 172,309 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 172,309 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 133,513 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 91,204 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 91,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 77,705 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 67,460 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 67,460 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 59,632 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 52,953 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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GY02 SFX is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GY02 SFX, 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 GY02 SFX registered?

GY02 SFX is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is GY02 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY02 SFX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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