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RX02 MXN

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

105,310 mi
Last recorded105,310 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 MXN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 105,310 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material al steel (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 105,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material al steel (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 95,177 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 90,581 miles

parking brake requirements only just met

Pass 17 Jul 2015 84,114 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 82,605 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 73,339 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 5 Feb 2013 62,929 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 58,471 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 52,757 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 46,716 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing on outer tyre wall

Fail 6 Apr 2010 46,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f tyre perishing on outer tyre wall

Pass 24 Mar 2009 40,147 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 35,286 miles

all four tyres perished to sidewall areas/cut to sidewall o/s/f

both front suspension drop link top gaiters split

headlamps condensated

Pass 14 Feb 2008 34,688 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 30,155 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 25,249 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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RX02 MXN is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RX02 MXN, 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

How do I check the history of RX02 MXN?

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What year was RX02 MXN registered?

RX02 MXN is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is RX02 MXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 MXN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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