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HV02 MHF

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,641 mi
Last recorded151,641 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 MHF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 151,641 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 150,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 148,748 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 146,866 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 145,126 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 143,042 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 143,042 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 139,786 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 139,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 133,904 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 121,062 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 121,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 111,201 miles

handbrake effort only just passed

Pass 22 Jul 2008 104,555 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 104,555 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 86,179 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 51,741 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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HV02 MHF is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue 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 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV02 MHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV02 MHF registered?

HV02 MHF is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is HV02 MHF safe to buy?

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