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LJ02 WDU

2002 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,706 mi
Last recorded96,706 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 WDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 96,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 90,041 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 85,728 miles

(parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 85,728 miles

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

(parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 78,725 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 74,145 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r brake binding s;ightly

Pass 27 Feb 2012 69,484 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 64,927 miles

both rear air suspension units perished

off side head lamp aim on lower limit

Fail 25 Feb 2011 64,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear air suspension units perished

off side head lamp aim on lower limit

Pass 23 Mar 2010 59,166 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 51,366 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 43,810 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 36,928 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2006 30,520 miles

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

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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LJ02 WDU is a 2002 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ02 WDU, 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 LJ02 WDU registered?

LJ02 WDU is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is LJ02 WDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ02 WDU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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