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SE52 JLV

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,815 mi
Last recorded85,815 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE52 JLV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2011 85,815 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 77,276 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 69,076 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 60,116 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 52,024 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 52,024 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 35,588 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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SE52 JLV is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SE52 JLV, 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 SE52 JLV?

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What year was SE52 JLV registered?

SE52 JLV is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 4 December 2002.

Is SE52 JLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE52 JLV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SE52 JLV have outstanding finance?

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