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LM52 HZT

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,891 mi
Last recorded49,891 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 HZT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 49,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 47,218 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 41,577 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn inside edge

Pass 23 Nov 2018 32,816 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 24,904 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 23,988 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 23,288 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 23,288 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 21,456 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 20,217 miles

Both rear tyres inner edge worn.

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 18,354 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 16,923 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 15,541 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,429 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 12,655 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 12,097 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 10,300 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 10,300 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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LM52 HZT is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM52 HZT, 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 LM52 HZT registered?

LM52 HZT is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is LM52 HZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 HZT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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