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GK02 FKX

2002 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,831 mi
Last recorded114,831 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 FKX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 114,831 miles

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

Oil leak ()

undertrays and engine covers fitted covering certain testable items.

Fail 12 Jan 2018 114,831 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

undertrays and engine covers fitted covering certain testable items.

Pass 7 Dec 2016 104,658 miles

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

Oil leak ()

undertrays and engine covers fitted covering certain testable items.

Pass 14 Dec 2015 93,398 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 89,852 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 85,667 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front to back metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2014 85,667 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front to back metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2013 81,912 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2013 81,912 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 77,153 miles

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

scratches on n/s of windscreen

Fail 29 Feb 2012 77,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

scratches on n/s of windscreen

Pass 8 Mar 2011 71,924 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 66,816 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

rubber seal on fuel cap starting to crack in places.

Pass 9 Mar 2009 61,924 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 58,357 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 54,601 miles

front inner brake pads appear low

Pass 6 Mar 2006 49,902 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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GK02 FKX is a 2002 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GK02 FKX, 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 FKX registered?

GK02 FKX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2002.

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