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VO52 OLG

2002 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,153 mi
Last recorded37,153 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 OLG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 37,153 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 37,153 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure bulb holder inscure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 36,055 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 34,347 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 32,743 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 31,306 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 30,179 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 26,671 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 23,492 miles

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

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

mirror casing damaged, not affecting rear view

Fail 8 Nov 2018 23,492 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

mirror casing damaged, not affecting rear view

Pass 6 Nov 2017 20,946 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 15,439 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 8,538 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 8,524 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 8,498 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 8,483 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 8,446 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 8,257 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 8,051 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 7,395 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 6,834 miles

N/S/R dust cover retaining clip on drop link missing

Pass 12 Oct 2006 6,053 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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VO52 OLG is a 2002 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VO52 OLG, 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 VO52 OLG registered?

VO52 OLG is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is VO52 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO52 OLG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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