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SL02 WYZ

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,051 mi
Last recorded103,051 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 WYZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 103,051 miles

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

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

both front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear of vehicle and os one has been rubbing on rear sub frame

Pass 3 Sep 2012 98,651 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 93,782 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 87,754 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 81,039 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 81,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit lightly rubbing on other moving parts (2.4.D.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 71,839 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 2 Aug 2008 71,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 63,380 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 54,330 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 54,320 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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SL02 WYZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SL02 WYZ, 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

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What year was SL02 WYZ registered?

SL02 WYZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is SL02 WYZ safe to buy?

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