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AP02 HSZ

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,421 mi
Last recorded104,421 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 HSZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 104,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 102,382 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 102,381 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FORWARD ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt REAR ARM (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt REAR ARM (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 100,851 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

check engine lamp on

Fail 22 Jan 2019 100,851 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

check engine lamp on

Pass 30 Jan 2018 99,571 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 98,023 miles

Oil leak ()

engine man light on

Pass 17 Feb 2016 96,418 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 96,418 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 95,024 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2015 95,024 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2014 90,938 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 85,039 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 84,987 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 79,235 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 74,676 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 68,317 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 60,470 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 46,840 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 40,489 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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AP02 HSZ is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AP02 HSZ, 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 AP02 HSZ registered?

AP02 HSZ is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2002.

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