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CX52 CVA

2002 BMW 118

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,081 mi
Last recorded85,081 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 11888,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 CVA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 85,081 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 85,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55ZR16 91W (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 80,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 91V (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 76,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55ZR16 91W (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 72,167 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 72,167 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 67,625 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 62,966 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 62,966 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 58,976 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 54,912 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 49,888 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 42,537 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 42,414 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 36,817 miles

offside handbrake efficiency low

Pass 5 Feb 2007 25,297 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 22,941 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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CX52 CVA is a 2002 BMW 118 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 88,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX52 CVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CX52 CVA?

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What year was CX52 CVA registered?

CX52 CVA is a 2002 BMW 118, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is CX52 CVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 CVA 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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