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LV02 TSZ

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

110,761 mi
Last recorded110,761 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 TSZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 110,761 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 104,207 miles

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2017 98,776 miles

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

Offside mirror glass slightly deteriorated

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

all brake pipes slightly corroded

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

signs of oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2017 98,776 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside mirror glass slightly deteriorated

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

all brake pipes slightly corroded

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

signs of oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2016 89,417 miles

front anti roll bar linkages gaitors split both

undertray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 81,105 miles

Offside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 74,961 miles

Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 68,233 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 59,106 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,918 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 53,157 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 50,355 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 47,385 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 366,885 miles

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

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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LV02 TSZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LV02 TSZ, 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 LV02 TSZ registered?

LV02 TSZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 10 April 2002.

Is LV02 TSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 TSZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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