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M5 SPV

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,250 mi
Last recorded105,250 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 SPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 105,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 91,096 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat down pipe to first silencer joint. stud & nuts (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 77,944 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 76,715 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 75,714 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 74,940 miles

both rear tyres are worn on the inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2015 73,410 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 1 May 2014 71,400 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 2 May 2013 70,234 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 3 May 2012 68,803 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 67,767 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 61,240 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 52,694 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 40,963 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 35,828 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 29,052 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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M5 SPV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M5 SPV, 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 M5 SPV?

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What year was M5 SPV registered?

M5 SPV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is M5 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 SPV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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