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EY52 PNN

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

112,782 mi
Last recorded112,782 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 PNN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 112,782 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 109,987 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 102,815 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 94,844 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 89,890 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 89,890 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 87,043 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)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag warning light on

front wiper blades in poor condition

nearside front and offside front front-lower suspension arm inner bushes have slight movement

Pass 25 Aug 2011 83,782 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 76,498 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 65,619 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

wear inner edge n/s front tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2008 58,472 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 49,970 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 37,227 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 23,472 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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EY52 PNN is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EY52 PNN, 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 EY52 PNN registered?

EY52 PNN is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is EY52 PNN safe to buy?

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