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NV02 YXF

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,266 mi
Last recorded133,266 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV02 YXF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 133,266 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 127,763 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 127,598 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 114,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 109,244 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 103,190 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front disc corroded

Fail 21 Jun 2012 103,190 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front disc corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2011 88,184 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2010 75,987 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 75,985 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 71,581 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 64,953 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 64,953 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 59,959 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,267 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 40,569 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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NV02 YXF is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol 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 NV02 YXF, 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 NV02 YXF?

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What year was NV02 YXF registered?

NV02 YXF is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is NV02 YXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV02 YXF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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