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NX02 RXU

2002 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,969 mi
Last recorded99,969 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX02 RXU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 99,969 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 98,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2024 97,039 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 94,638 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 94,635 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 92,844 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 90,272 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 90,270 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

underside fuel pipes corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2020 89,464 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2020 89,464 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 87,836 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded lower rear

Pass 1 May 2018 86,146 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 86,146 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2017 84,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in middle (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in middle (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 May 2017 84,008 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour too white (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in middle (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in middle (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 82,021 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 80,005 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 76,885 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 74,228 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 74,203 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 71,867 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2011 69,111 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 65,211 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 61,758 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2009 61,758 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 51,083 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Offside handbrake not locking out

Fail 19 Apr 2007 51,083 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 40,921 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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NX02 RXU is a 2002 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NX02 RXU, 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 NX02 RXU?

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What year was NX02 RXU registered?

NX02 RXU is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is NX02 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX02 RXU shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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