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HK51 UTF

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,400 mi
Last recorded117,400 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 UTF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 117,400 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 112,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2014 112,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2013 108,033 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 104,304 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 100,780 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 96,614 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

brake discs rusting

Pass 18 Aug 2010 96,614 miles

brake discs rusting

Pass 17 Sep 2009 91,654 miles

air bag warning light on

near side rear hand brake low on effort just passable

Fail 12 Sep 2009 91,644 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

air bag warning light on

near side rear hand brake low on effort just passable

Pass 4 Apr 2008 80,705 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 70,984 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 60,494 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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HK51 UTF is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HK51 UTF, 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 HK51 UTF?

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What year was HK51 UTF registered?

HK51 UTF is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is HK51 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 UTF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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