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BN02 EHM

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,829 mi
Last recorded121,829 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 EHM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 121,829 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 111,230 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2014 111,230 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2013 100,116 miles

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 100,116 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2012 90,165 miles

front brake pads/discs worn

Pass 7 Jun 2011 79,950 miles

heavy oil leak, suspect power steering fluid

Pass 4 Jun 2010 76,120 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 71,256 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 67,610 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 63,541 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 56,526 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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BN02 EHM is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN02 EHM, 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 BN02 EHM registered?

BN02 EHM is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is BN02 EHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 EHM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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