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BN52 LXS

2002 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,004 mi
Last recorded82,004 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 11679,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 LXS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 82,004 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 79,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

engine oil leaks/contamination

Fail 25 Jul 2017 79,606 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

engine oil leaks/contamination

nearside front foglamp unit insecure

nearside front indicator fading in colour

Pass 25 Jul 2016 76,450 miles

engine oil smoke emitted upon acceleration

Pass 16 Jul 2015 72,359 miles

eml lamp indicating a malfunction

smoke emitting from exhaust upon acceleration

Pass 28 Jul 2014 69,110 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 65,719 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 61,606 miles

offside front seatbelt slightly twisted and not retracting easily

Fail 25 Sep 2012 61,606 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside aqnd offside rear brake pads wearing thin

offside front seatbelt slightly twisted and not retracting easily

Pass 8 Sep 2011 56,856 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 51,092 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 51,092 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 13 May 2009 48,949 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 40,351 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 34,722 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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BN52 LXS is a 2002 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 79,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN52 LXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN52 LXS?

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What year was BN52 LXS registered?

BN52 LXS is a 2002 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is BN52 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 LXS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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