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LJ02 XNX

2002 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

129,585 mi
Last recorded129,585 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 129,585 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 127,771 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2015 127,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 125,530 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 118,780 miles

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

oil leak engine area

Fail 3 Apr 2013 118,780 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

oil leak engine area

Pass 2 Apr 2012 113,317 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 113,317 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 103,736 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2010 93,753 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 93,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2009 85,761 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 78,957 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 69,551 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 69,551 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 57,388 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 57,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/F tyre worn to 0mm on edges & low in pressure.

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 XNX is a 2002 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNX, 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 XNX registered?

LJ02 XNX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LJ02 XNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ02 XNX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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