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EG51 CUW

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

64,230 mi
Last recorded64,230 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG51 CUW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 64,230 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Powersteering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 63,987 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 62,207 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 60,872 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 58,234 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

misting of oil around steering rack

Pass 7 Dec 2015 55,391 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 52,970 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 2 Dec 2013 50,204 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 50,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 47,908 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 45,463 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 13 Dec 2010 42,978 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 37,264 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 37,263 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 31,513 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 26,185 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 20,254 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 14,354 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 14,384 miles

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

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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EG51 CUW is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue 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 EG51 CUW, 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 EG51 CUW registered?

EG51 CUW is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is EG51 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG51 CUW 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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