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A20 XML

2000 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,363 mi
Last recorded81,363 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 XML
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 81,363 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear jacking point/outer sill panel corroded.

Pass 15 Dec 2020 78,931 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 75,138 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 71,953 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 69,133 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 67,167 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 65,602 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 62,188 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 58,743 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 58,663 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 58,663 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2011 54,064 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 54,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 49,194 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 49,194 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 44,784 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 44,784 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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 Oct 2008 40,640 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 35,672 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 35,672 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 27,629 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A20 XML is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2000 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 116,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 XML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A20 XML registered?

A20 XML is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is A20 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 XML shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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