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LV52 DOH

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,228 mi
Last recorded104,228 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 DOH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 104,228 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2016 104,228 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 99,550 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

child seat fitted unable to check all seatbelts

engine cover fitted unable to check some parts

engine m/light on

under cover fitted unable to check some parts

Fail 30 Sep 2015 99,548 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine m/light on

engine cover fitted unable to check some parts

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

child seat fitted unable to check all seatbelts

under cover fitted unable to check some parts

Pass 5 Mar 2014 98,840 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar 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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 97,906 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 94,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Nov 2010 90,196 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 85,254 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 78,776 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 73,877 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 64,326 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 50,035 miles

N/S PARKING BRAKE EFFORT BECOMING LOW

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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LV52 DOH is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LV52 DOH, 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 LV52 DOH?

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What year was LV52 DOH registered?

LV52 DOH is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is LV52 DOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 DOH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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