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HV51 CZO

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,721 mi
Last recorded145,721 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 CZO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 145,721 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 145,721 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 140,370 miles

BAD OIL LEAKS!!

chips & small damage on screen

Fail 23 Mar 2016 140,370 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

BAD OIL LEAKS!!

chips & small damage on screen

Pass 14 Mar 2015 135,147 miles

chips on screen

oil leaks

Fail 28 Feb 2014 124,925 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 124,925 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 112,722 miles

oil leaks

slight play in rack

Fail 4 Mar 2013 112,722 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

oil leaks

slight play in rack

Pass 26 Nov 2011 100,151 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 91,722 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 82,416 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 71,493 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 55,194 miles

various small chips to front screen, sticker or other obstruction within wiper sweep by over 40mm but official permit, both rear tyres approaching limit (3.0mm) and nearside front tyre approaching limit on both edges

Pass 1 Dec 2006 35,747 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 30,716 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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HV51 CZO 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 75%.

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 HV51 CZO, 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 HV51 CZO registered?

HV51 CZO is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HV51 CZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 CZO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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