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BX52 FKW

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

167,901 mi
Last recorded167,901 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 FKW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 167,901 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside and offside rear brake hoses are deteriorated slightly

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 157,969 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 151,710 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perrishing also worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Sep 2015 149,381 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2014 144,024 miles

N/S/R Tyre uneven wear

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 136,686 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jul 2013 136,671 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2012 126,337 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 119,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 111,500 miles

Front brake pads getting low

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 105,091 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 99,338 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 99,338 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 93,006 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 3 Aug 2006 83,650 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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BX52 FKW is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BX52 FKW, 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 BX52 FKW registered?

BX52 FKW is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is BX52 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX52 FKW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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