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LC51 NLY

2001 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,110 mi
Last recorded109,110 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 NLY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 109,110 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 109,206 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 101,906 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 100,441 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 99,603 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 95,992 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 90,862 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 85,625 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 79,885 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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LC51 NLY is a 2001 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC51 NLY, 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 LC51 NLY registered?

LC51 NLY is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is LC51 NLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 NLY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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