MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
132,190 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Oil leak ()
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MF02 EWS is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 MF02 EWS, 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 MF02 EWS?
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What year was MF02 EWS registered?
MF02 EWS is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 12 March 2002.
Is MF02 EWS safe to buy?
The MOT history for MF02 EWS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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