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HX02 SZJ

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,637 mi
Last recorded99,637 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 SZJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 99,637 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 92,615 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 87,261 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 85,975 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 80,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 75,517 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 71,193 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 67,041 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 62,276 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 58,732 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 55,344 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 55,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 49,901 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 49,901 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear brake pads low

offside and nearside front tyres slightly worn on edges

Fail 15 Feb 2006 45,449 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 45,449 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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HX02 SZJ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 HX02 SZJ, 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 HX02 SZJ registered?

HX02 SZJ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is HX02 SZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX02 SZJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX02 SZJ have outstanding finance?

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