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JBZ 2761

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,846 mi
Last recorded82,846 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 2761
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 82,846 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 81,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 79,159 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 78,193 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 77,348 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 76,476 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 75,732 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 73,721 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 71,071 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 71,066 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside washer jet not working

Pass 7 Mar 2017 65,633 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 64,723 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 61,378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 58,008 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 58,006 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 54,353 miles

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

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

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2012 49,855 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 46,281 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,920 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 39,581 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 36,617 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 32,655 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 28,572 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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JBZ 2761 is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 JBZ 2761, 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 JBZ 2761?

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What year was JBZ 2761 registered?

JBZ 2761 is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is JBZ 2761 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBZ 2761 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBZ 2761 have outstanding finance?

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