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PJ02 NXA

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,211 mi
Last recorded123,211 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 NXA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 123,211 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 121,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 119,220 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2014 112,623 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 112,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 109,474 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 104,164 miles

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

off side rear tyre side wall damaged but ok for test

Pass 15 Apr 2011 97,188 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 92,104 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 85,969 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 81,325 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 81,319 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 74,172 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 60,771 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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PJ02 NXA is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ02 NXA, 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 PJ02 NXA registered?

PJ02 NXA is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is PJ02 NXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ02 NXA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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