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RK02 UPG

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

128,173 mi
Last recorded128,173 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 UPG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 128,173 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 121,952 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 121,406 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 118,045 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 115,870 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 112,269 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 108,709 miles

front screen damaged

n/s/f outer tyre wall slight damage

o/s/f tyre nail in it

Pass 5 Jul 2012 104,668 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 98,531 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 92,772 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 82,435 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

nearside front shock damp

Pass 7 Jul 2008 72,486 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 59,134 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 47,943 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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RK02 UPG is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver 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 RK02 UPG, 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 RK02 UPG registered?

RK02 UPG is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 10 July 2002.

Is RK02 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK02 UPG 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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