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HK51 UTZ

2002 BMW 520

Blue Lpg 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

188,443 mi
Last recorded188,443 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 UTZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 188,443 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 182,061 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 181,978 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 174,478 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 162,426 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 162,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 148,732 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

eml light on

under tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 22 Feb 2018 148,664 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

eml light on

Fail 10 Feb 2018 148,215 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

eml light on

Pass 8 Feb 2017 136,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cut on outside not showing ply or cords

Nearside Front Tyre wearing out on inside

Pass 29 Jan 2016 128,459 miles

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

slight damage to o/s/f outer wheel rim

Fail 28 Jan 2016 128,459 miles

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

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

slight damage to o/s/f outer wheel rim

Pass 7 Feb 2015 121,564 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 111,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 102,654 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 96,756 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 92,289 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2010 76,578 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 76,578 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 64,074 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 52,906 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 42,342 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 30,414 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 UTZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 UTZ, 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 HK51 UTZ registered?

HK51 UTZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is HK51 UTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 UTZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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