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X36 GGU

2000 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

100,567 mi
Last recorded100,567 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX36 GGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 100,567 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 95,895 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2025 95,895 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 93,923 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 91,131 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 88,914 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 87,033 miles

corrosion developing around both rear jacking points

offside rear tyre inner side wall splitting

slight play in both front lower suspension bushes

Pass 27 Sep 2018 85,024 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 82,985 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 79,332 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 76,320 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Oil leak

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

aftermarket HDI bulbs fited

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 17 Apr 2014 73,969 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 71,375 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2013 71,375 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 68,686 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 65,678 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 63,350 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 61,039 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 54,696 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 45,934 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 39,140 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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X36 GGU is a 2000 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 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 X36 GGU, 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 26 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 X36 GGU registered?

X36 GGU is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X36 GGU safe to buy?

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