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NJ52 TZK

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,921 mi
Last recorded99,921 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 TZK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2012 99,921 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 91,018 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 80,857 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 73,615 miles

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

advise nsr tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 23 Aug 2008 61,828 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 54,162 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 46,370 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 46,257 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 46,257 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Rear Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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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NJ52 TZK is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NJ52 TZK, 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 NJ52 TZK?

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What year was NJ52 TZK registered?

NJ52 TZK is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is NJ52 TZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ52 TZK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJ52 TZK have outstanding finance?

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