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LK52 LJZ

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

150,782 mi
Last recorded150,782 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 LJZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 150,782 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 150,782 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 142,683 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 133,674 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 124,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 124,523 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 115,196 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 105,035 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 105,035 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 94,136 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 81,999 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 81,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 70,457 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 70,457 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 68,717 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

near side front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge.

Fail 13 Mar 2009 68,571 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

near side front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge.

Pass 13 Mar 2008 62,255 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 55,853 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 49,212 miles

engine covers and under body guards fitted vehicle tested as presented

horn poor but still emitts constant tone acceptable for mot standards

minor chips to windscreen

minor movement to both top front suspension legs ok at time of test

minor smell of fuel but no signs of leaks ok at time of test

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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LK52 LJZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LK52 LJZ, 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.

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What year was LK52 LJZ registered?

LK52 LJZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 10 September 2002.

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