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LC02 SFX

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,530 mi
Last recorded115,530 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 SFX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 115,530 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 115,525 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 109,349 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 106,180 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 102,983 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 101,731 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2009 92,901 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 92,901 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2008 79,826 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 67,304 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 67,304 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 May 2006 55,407 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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LC02 SFX 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 75%.

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 LC02 SFX, 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 LC02 SFX registered?

LC02 SFX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 5 June 2002.

Is LC02 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 SFX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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