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BK02 KSO

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140,362 mi
Last recorded140,362 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK02 KSO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 140,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 137,390 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 137,390 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 133,983 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 133,983 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 129,819 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2016 129,819 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 126,803 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 122,239 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 122,239 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 118,681 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 115,709 miles

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

front bonnet lock slightly sticking sometimes

front brake discs slightly corroded and worn

Pass 25 Sep 2010 109,289 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 106,961 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 102,557 miles

Long travle at service brake

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)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 95,825 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 88,760 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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BK02 KSO is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BK02 KSO, 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

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What year was BK02 KSO registered?

BK02 KSO is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is BK02 KSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK02 KSO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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