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P22 CPU

2002 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,909 mi
Last recorded73,909 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP22 CPU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 73,909 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 72,460 miles

offside front suspension anti-roll bar drop link showing wear

Pass 28 Apr 2017 70,947 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 68,962 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 65,854 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 61,689 miles

exhaust heatshield at rear insecure

rear brake pipes showing corrosion

rear differential showing leak

Pass 16 May 2013 59,314 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 59,314 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 56,369 miles

front and rear brake pads showing wear

nearside rear tyre has limited life on inner tread

Pass 30 Apr 2011 51,640 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 46,452 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 46,452 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 40,349 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 35,916 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,264 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 26,805 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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P22 CPU is a 2002 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P22 CPU, 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 P22 CPU registered?

P22 CPU is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is P22 CPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P22 CPU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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