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NK52 ZJV

2002 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,990 mi
Last recorded188,990 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK52 ZJV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 188,990 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 167,375 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 147,883 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 124,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2014 124,104 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 116,289 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 104,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 92,398 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 92,398 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 79,521 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 66,739 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 58,649 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 55,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 49,914 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 49,914 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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NK52 ZJV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NK52 ZJV, 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 NK52 ZJV registered?

NK52 ZJV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is NK52 ZJV safe to buy?

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