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KG51 KDU

2001 BMW 520

Red Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,348 mi
Last recorded137,348 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 KDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 137,348 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 133,388 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 129,422 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 126,144 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2016 126,144 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet n/w (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet n/w (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 127,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 121,961 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 121,961 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 119,568 miles

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 116,769 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 116,657 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 116,378 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 KDU is a 2001 BMW 520 in Red with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KG51 KDU, 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 KG51 KDU registered?

KG51 KDU is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is KG51 KDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 KDU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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