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RX52 MLJ

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,822 mi
Last recorded105,822 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 MLJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 105,822 miles

Oil leak ()

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

eml light on

near/side outer sill has body damage

near/side/rear door has body damage

Pass 9 Sep 2016 105,098 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 3 Sep 2016 105,072 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Oil leak ()

n/s rear tyre parishing on inner tyre

o/s rear parking brake has less effort

Pass 20 Aug 2015 103,234 miles

oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 99,035 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 90,520 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 81,809 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 71,090 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 67,691 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 67,501 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 62,746 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 56,882 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 50,027 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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RX52 MLJ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RX52 MLJ, 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 RX52 MLJ?

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What year was RX52 MLJ registered?

RX52 MLJ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is RX52 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 MLJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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