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HV51 DFK

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,390 mi
Last recorded126,390 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 DFK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 126,390 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 126,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 122,308 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 122,308 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 119,141 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 117,511 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 116,393 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)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 114,823 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 114,823 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 112,652 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 109,782 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 109,781 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 104,128 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 97,106 miles

Damp area at rear axle differential.

Pass 6 Apr 2010 88,269 miles

Front tyres show wear at inner edges.

Pass 24 Mar 2009 80,388 miles

Front b/pads (esp inner pads) appear to be getting very low

N/S/R tyre getting abit low on tread

Pass 15 Apr 2008 75,257 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 66,894 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 56,721 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 DFK is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HV51 DFK, 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 DFK registered?

HV51 DFK is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is HV51 DFK safe to buy?

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