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KG51 FUU

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,148 mi
Last recorded176,148 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 FUU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 176,148 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 169,027 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 160,995 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 152,271 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 144,010 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 135,906 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 131,310 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 123,259 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 123,255 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 101,046 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2013 101,046 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2012 96,898 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 92,314 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 79,938 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 71,123 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 71,121 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 65,104 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 58,596 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 58,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 54,232 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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KG51 FUU is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KG51 FUU, 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 KG51 FUU?

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What year was KG51 FUU registered?

KG51 FUU is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is KG51 FUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 FUU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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