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LB51 OKT

2001 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,400 mi
Last recorded93,400 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 OKT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2010 93,400 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2009 89,021 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 15 Apr 2009 87,477 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 79,202 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 76,483 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 61,824 miles

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

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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LB51 OKT is a 2001 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB51 OKT, 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 LB51 OKT?

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What year was LB51 OKT registered?

LB51 OKT is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is LB51 OKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 OKT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LB51 OKT have outstanding finance?

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