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EF51 UPS

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,534 mi
Last recorded60,534 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 UPS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 60,534 miles

sill & underbody covers fitted

slight play n/s/r drop-link

Fail 6 Mar 2017 60,534 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top bush (2.4.G.2)

sill & underbody covers fitted

slight play n/s/r drop-link

Pass 19 Dec 2015 45,694 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 43,460 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 40,351 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 36,749 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 36,749 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 34,343 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 31,797 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 28,826 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 26,320 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)

Fail 22 Nov 2008 26,320 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 23,060 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 19,576 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 17,049 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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EF51 UPS is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF51 UPS, 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

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What year was EF51 UPS registered?

EF51 UPS is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is EF51 UPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 UPS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF51 UPS have outstanding finance?

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