MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
151,128 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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nearside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
offside front tyre devoid of tread outer edge
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
clutch pedal rubber missing
nearside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
offside front tyre devoid of tread outer edge
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
air-con pipe on offside front showing signs of leakeage
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GL51 HCO is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 GL51 HCO, 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 GL51 HCO?
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What year was GL51 HCO registered?
GL51 HCO is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 12 November 2001.
Is GL51 HCO safe to buy?
The MOT history for GL51 HCO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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