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PN02 RWK

2002 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

159,517 mi
Last recorded159,517 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN02 RWK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 159,517 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security O/S/R sill corroded under plastic trim (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 147,767 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 136,879 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 123,867 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 108,735 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2014 94,610 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 93,939 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 93,739 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 91,884 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 89,425 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 87,139 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 83,605 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 72,633 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 56,880 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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PN02 RWK is a 2002 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PN02 RWK, 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.

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What year was PN02 RWK registered?

PN02 RWK is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is PN02 RWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN02 RWK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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