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DX02 CCZ

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

157,480 mi
Last recorded157,480 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 CCZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 157,480 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

Fail 29 Mar 2022 157,480 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2021 155,751 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Heat shield lose

Fail 1 Mar 2021 155,751 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Heat shield lose

Pass 17 May 2019 150,839 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 147,412 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 143,438 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

wipers smearing screen

Pass 25 Apr 2016 138,756 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 133,184 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 128,698 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 29 Apr 2013 123,019 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 123,019 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2012 117,422 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 111,686 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

N/S front tyre worn oon inner and outer edges

O/S front tyre worn severely on inner and outer edges

Pass 28 Apr 2010 105,559 miles

Both front tyres are worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 97,690 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2008 89,390 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 80,891 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 71,538 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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DX02 CCZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DX02 CCZ, 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 DX02 CCZ registered?

DX02 CCZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is DX02 CCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 CCZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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