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GN52 HSX

2002 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,216 mi
Last recorded156,216 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 HSX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 156,216 miles

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

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 May 2015 148,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 132,946 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 126,165 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 119,200 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 106,067 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 106,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 100,042 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)

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres worn inner edges

Pass 23 Sep 2009 79,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 69,401 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 59,809 miles

front and rear number plates do not exactly conform to MOT standard. large letters have been used and are sloped

Pass 31 Aug 2006 51,192 miles

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

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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GN52 HSX is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GN52 HSX, 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 GN52 HSX?

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What year was GN52 HSX registered?

GN52 HSX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is GN52 HSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 HSX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN52 HSX have outstanding finance?

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