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VF02 OBW

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

162,190 mi
Last recorded162,190 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF02 OBW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 162,190 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 162,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 156,451 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 152,050 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 146,216 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 141,566 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 135,331 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 128,492 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 120,039 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 111,984 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 101,726 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 90,893 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 82,740 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 71,479 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 62,441 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 51,399 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 47,452 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,640 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 37,463 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 30,620 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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VF02 OBW is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VF02 OBW, 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 VF02 OBW registered?

VF02 OBW is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is VF02 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF02 OBW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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