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WU02 GJX

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

165,372 mi
Last recorded165,372 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 GJX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 165,372 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 161,081 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 149,073 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 136,894 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 136,894 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 135,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 132,656 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 129,411 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 125,434 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 120,072 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 120,072 miles

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

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 114,760 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 109,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 104,816 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 104,816 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 98,413 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 98,413 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 91,805 miles

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

front propshaft rubber mounting worn

Fail 4 Nov 2010 91,805 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

front propshaft rubber mounting worn

Pass 5 Nov 2009 86,384 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 81,544 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 81,544 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 74,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 69,664 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 58,719 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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WU02 GJX is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 WU02 GJX, 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 WU02 GJX registered?

WU02 GJX is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is WU02 GJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 GJX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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