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MK52 KFV

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,338 mi
Last recorded132,338 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 KFV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2010 132,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine oil level low....

offside rear tyre has slightly worn inner edge....

Pass 27 Jan 2009 122,920 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake service

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 105,497 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 93,371 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 77,496 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 77,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MK52 KFV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MK52 KFV, 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 MK52 KFV registered?

MK52 KFV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is MK52 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 KFV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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