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GL51 TDV

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,454 mi
Last recorded106,454 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 TDV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2021 106,454 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 104,852 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 101,411 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2016

coolant leak

front tyres cracking badly

play in o/s front top suspension mount

Pass 19 Nov 2015

o/s front and n/s front tyre low and cracking

o/s rear tyre getting low

small chip in windscreen

small split in o/s front rear lower ball joint gaiter

Pass 12 Nov 2014 94,129 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 92,400 miles

both front tyres getting low and cracking

coolant leak from engine area

front wiper blades poor

windscreen

Pass 20 Nov 2012 89,086 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 84,529 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 80,774 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 76,641 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 70,884 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 65,462 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 57,962 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 52,251 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s rear wheel slight binding

n/s washer not working

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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GL51 TDV is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TDV, 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 GL51 TDV registered?

GL51 TDV is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is GL51 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 TDV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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