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GY02 FSJ

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,747 mi
Last recorded91,747 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY02 FSJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 91,747 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 91,733 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 89,486 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 89,486 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 84,197 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 78,058 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 72,174 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 66,434 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 62,855 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 49,239 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 43,306 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 37,681 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 37,681 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 32,791 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 32,791 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GY02 FSJ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GY02 FSJ, 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 GY02 FSJ registered?

GY02 FSJ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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