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LS02 OZE

2002 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,997 mi
Last recorded82,997 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 OZE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 82,997 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 79,833 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 75,090 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 71,483 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 67,807 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 63,085 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 57,162 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 51,108 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 51,108 miles

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

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 46,648 miles

nearside rear caliper anti rattle body clip missing

Pass 11 Nov 2008 40,818 miles

advise cut in tread offside rear tyre

advise cut in tread on nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,800 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 29,185 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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LS02 OZE is a 2002 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LS02 OZE, 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

How do I check the history of LS02 OZE?

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What year was LS02 OZE registered?

LS02 OZE is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is LS02 OZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 OZE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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