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LM02 GAX

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

89,188 mi
Last recorded89,188 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 GAX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 89,188 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 81,712 miles

Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 74,222 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Mar 2020 74,148 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 57,779 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 54,634 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished and close to limit

Pass 20 Feb 2017 41,504 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 38,930 miles

oil leack

Fail 25 Jan 2016 38,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leack

Pass 16 Feb 2015 37,007 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 35,080 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 35,080 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 32,619 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 28,995 miles

airbag warning light malfunction

Pass 2 Feb 2011 25,795 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 23,373 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009

both rear tyres have ageing acracks on the sidewalls. michelin pilot hx 22/55r16 95v

Pass 14 Feb 2008 17,434 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 14,930 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,046 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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LM02 GAX is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LM02 GAX, 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 LM02 GAX registered?

LM02 GAX is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is LM02 GAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 GAX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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