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RX52 NVG

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,901 mi
Last recorded85,901 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 NVG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 85,901 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 79,754 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 73,389 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 68,477 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 68,477 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 60,622 miles

nearside rear tyre wall cracking slightly

rear disc pads quite low

Pass 9 Oct 2009 54,109 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 40,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 31,483 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 24,301 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 NVG is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NVG, 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 NVG?

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What year was RX52 NVG registered?

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

Is RX52 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 NVG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX52 NVG have outstanding finance?

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