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VX52 AHG

2002 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

150,303 mi
Last recorded150,303 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 AHG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 150,303 miles

underside of vehicle rust

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 148,080 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

car bottom covered with underbody seal

Pass 4 Mar 2021 143,311 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 142,389 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 135,341 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 129,986 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 121,801 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 113,747 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 113,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 107,225 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 3 Jan 2013 100,025 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 93,177 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 86,573 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 79,062 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 67,246 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 67,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 54,679 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 45,609 miles

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

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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VX52 AHG is a 2002 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VX52 AHG, 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 VX52 AHG registered?

VX52 AHG is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is VX52 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 AHG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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