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LD52 DXJ

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

111,241 mi
Last recorded111,241 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 DXJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 111,241 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 109,656 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 107,969 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 105,855 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 103,478 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 101,015 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 99,187 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 96,699 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 94,265 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 94,265 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working HIGH LEVEL (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 90,236 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 86,086 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 86,086 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 84,408 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 81,092 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 79,274 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 77,018 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 75,752 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 71,990 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 68,346 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 64,620 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 58,287 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 43,353 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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LD52 DXJ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LD52 DXJ, 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 LD52 DXJ?

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What year was LD52 DXJ registered?

LD52 DXJ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is LD52 DXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 DXJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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