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MF52 ZYA

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,428 mi
Last recorded133,428 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 ZYA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 133,428 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Dec 2015 131,477 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 130,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jan 2015 130,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2014 128,191 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 119,971 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 110,271 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 101,492 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 89,711 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 77,931 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 62,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 46,792 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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MF52 ZYA is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MF52 ZYA, 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 MF52 ZYA registered?

MF52 ZYA is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is MF52 ZYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 ZYA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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