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EA51 OAZ

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,444 mi
Last recorded110,444 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 OAZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 110,444 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 102,751 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 102,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 102,396 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 99,325 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 95,015 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 90,234 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 85,389 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 79,365 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 73,477 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 68,633 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 63,465 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 58,447 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 52,800 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 47,446 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 43,221 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 38,726 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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EA51 OAZ is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 98,478 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 EA51 OAZ, 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 25 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA51 OAZ?

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What year was EA51 OAZ registered?

EA51 OAZ is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is EA51 OAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA51 OAZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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