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GK02 AXG

2002 BMW 520

Red Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

121,178 mi
Last recorded121,178 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 AXG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 121,178 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 121,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 117,488 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 117,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 112,164 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 112,152 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 106,955 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 103,041 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 103,041 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 96,510 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)

nearside rear and both front tyres slightly deteriorated [cracked]

Fail 12 Sep 2013 91,020 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 91,020 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 88,767 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 88,767 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 85,902 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four tyres slightly deteriorated [cracked]

Fail 9 Aug 2011 85,902 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four tyres slightly deteriorated [cracked]

Pass 27 Jul 2010 83,580 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 83,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 79,129 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 79,129 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 70,454 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 70,454 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 May 2007 63,319 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2007 63,319 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 56,333 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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GK02 AXG is a 2002 BMW 520 in Red with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 GK02 AXG, 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 GK02 AXG registered?

GK02 AXG is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is GK02 AXG safe to buy?

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