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RX02 VAV

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

108,326 mi
Last recorded108,326 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VAV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 108,326 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very very low (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has nail in corner not repairable

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

Fail 17 Dec 2015 108,325 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very very low (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has nail in corner not repairable

Pass 17 Dec 2015 108,325 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 99,232 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 99,217 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 89,910 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 85,364 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 76,082 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 76,082 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 69,976 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2010 69,976 miles

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Mar 2009 66,038 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 59,151 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 50,064 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 41,931 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 41,931 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 VAV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VAV, 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 VAV?

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What year was RX02 VAV registered?

RX02 VAV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is RX02 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VAV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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