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BG52 FTT

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,013 mi
Last recorded142,013 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 FTT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 142,013 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 142,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 138,333 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

nsf steering rack gator has slight leak

Fail 23 Oct 2009 126,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear brake calipor clip missing

Pass 23 Oct 2009 126,786 miles

nearside rear brake calipor clip missing

Pass 21 Nov 2008 108,240 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 84,069 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 64,159 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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BG52 FTT is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG52 FTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG52 FTT?

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What year was BG52 FTT registered?

BG52 FTT is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is BG52 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 FTT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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