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RX52 PFV

2002 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,380 mi
Last recorded109,380 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 11679,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 PFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2014 109,380 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 105,453 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 97,906 miles

Oil leak

engine light on

rear no plate

Pass 30 Mar 2011 92,292 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 86,231 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 73,872 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 65,323 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 53,864 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 49,290 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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RX52 PFV is a 2002 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 79,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX52 PFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX52 PFV?

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What year was RX52 PFV registered?

RX52 PFV is a 2002 BMW 116, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is RX52 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 PFV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX52 PFV have outstanding finance?

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