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KM02 LTF

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,064 mi
Last recorded124,064 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 LTF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2013 124,064 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 114,360 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 114,360 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 104,905 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 95,707 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 85,442 miles

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

some rear brake pipes have surface corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2008 82,105 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 66,722 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Pass 5 Oct 2006 53,697 miles

tread wearing low on inner + outer edges of both front tyres

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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KM02 LTF is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KM02 LTF, 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 KM02 LTF?

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What year was KM02 LTF registered?

KM02 LTF is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is KM02 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM02 LTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM02 LTF have outstanding finance?

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