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HY52 EEX

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,223 mi
Last recorded117,223 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY52 EEX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 117,223 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement marked (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement marked (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 111,346 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 102,763 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 98,876 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 98,876 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 94,021 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 89,879 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 83,325 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 74,771 miles

front brake pads starting to wear

offside rear tyre starting to wear

Pass 9 Oct 2007 61,406 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 48,085 miles

both front tyre treads low on inner edges

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

slight distortion on both front tyres

wipers starting to smear

Pass 14 Oct 2005 33,445 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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HY52 EEX is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HY52 EEX, 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 HY52 EEX registered?

HY52 EEX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is HY52 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY52 EEX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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