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LM52 OZH

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,333 mi
Last recorded86,333 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 OZH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 86,333 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2021 86,333 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 85,045 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 78,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 68,306 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 64,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Jun 2017 64,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 59,762 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 52,858 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 48,176 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 48,176 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,821 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 34,763 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 32,593 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 28,824 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2010 28,823 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 22,897 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 22,897 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 15,711 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,386 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 6,195 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 OZH is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 OZH, 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 OZH registered?

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

Is LM52 OZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 OZH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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