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DY52 JWD

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

133,781 mi
Last recorded133,781 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2006
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 JWD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2006 133,781 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 133,778 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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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DY52 JWD is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY52 JWD, 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 DY52 JWD?

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What year was DY52 JWD registered?

DY52 JWD is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is DY52 JWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY52 JWD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY52 JWD have outstanding finance?

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