[geramy1232]

I need to know if this engine is a n52 or n51.
Here is an emission sticker from the hood

 

[sasasse]

https://www.mdecoder.com/decode/ ----- Enter your VIN after /
You will fin out more than you ever new you needed.
[ I have a 2012 X-3 N52 - It was Cherry but after 3 Cans of Sea Foam - WOW!
Goto Wi ki BMW N52 - Wikipedia other links also
Read up on VANOS ([That may be the real problem. [If it will start at all -- try about 2 cans of SEA Foam.
How-To Video on YouTube.

Good Luck I love my N52!

 

[Dorogocha]

I've been comparing Carfax vs Epicvin for a long time, which VIN checker is the best. I often use them, in connection with the current work. The most convenient was Epicvin. You can try it, there are free features there