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RN02 XSZ

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,984 mi
Last recorded100,984 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 XSZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 100,984 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 100,983 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 97,812 miles

hand brake lever stiff operation

main brake pipes at rear corroded

o/s front fog light inop

o/s rear top radius arm badly worn strong advise

o/s rear tyre very low tread worn on edges

wiper blades poor

Pass 16 May 2017 92,405 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 87,181 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 80,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 73,735 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 68,446 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 62,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2011 56,118 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 46,605 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 40,458 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 34,069 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 26,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 19,634 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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RN02 XSZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RN02 XSZ, 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 RN02 XSZ registered?

RN02 XSZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is RN02 XSZ safe to buy?

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