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NC02 CTV

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,060 mi
Last recorded65,060 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC02 CTV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 65,060 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 62,788 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 54,874 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,270 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 48,091 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 46,348 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 38,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 31,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,135 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 22,565 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 22,564 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 19,769 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 17,124 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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NC02 CTV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NC02 CTV, 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 NC02 CTV?

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What year was NC02 CTV registered?

NC02 CTV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is NC02 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC02 CTV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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