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BN02 FUF

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

81,077 mi
Last recorded81,077 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 FUF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 81,077 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 80,141 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 78,012 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 78,000 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 77,025 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 75,769 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 68,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 68,469 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 62,976 miles

All 4 tyres cracking and perished round tread

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 57,464 miles

Front Both head lamps aim pattern poor

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 48,940 miles

Cracks around tread of both front tyres

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 48,940 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Cracks around tread of both front tyres

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 47,115 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 47,113 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 43,805 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 43,805 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 42,770 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,561 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 40,560 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 38,198 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2012 37,310 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 34,717 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,541 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 25,140 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 19,595 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 19,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,179 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 16,837 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 14,992 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 FUF is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 FUF, 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 BN02 FUF?

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What year was BN02 FUF registered?

BN02 FUF is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is BN02 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 FUF shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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