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EX02 JWP

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,975 mi
Last recorded118,975 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 JWP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 118,975 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 118,975 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 112,720 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 112,720 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 110,673 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 110,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 105,535 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both sides. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 98,371 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 98,362 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 93,621 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 89,011 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 83,196 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 83,196 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 79,102 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 75,162 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 70,279 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 64,853 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 59,821 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 55,095 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 51,002 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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EX02 JWP is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX02 JWP, 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 EX02 JWP?

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What year was EX02 JWP registered?

EX02 JWP is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is EX02 JWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 JWP shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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