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EU51 HBP

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,338 mi
Last recorded125,338 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 HBP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 125,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight oil dampness around engine and gearbox

Pass 10 Nov 2014 111,821 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

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

both rear tyres wearing on edges

centre brake light in op

Fail 12 Nov 2013 92,490 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 92,490 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 89,083 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 85,742 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 85,742 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 81,874 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 77,768 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 69,377 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 62,317 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 62,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres are on legal limit

off side rear tyre has a nail in tread and close to limit

Pass 20 Jul 2006 56,392 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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EU51 HBP is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EU51 HBP, 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 EU51 HBP registered?

EU51 HBP is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EU51 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 HBP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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