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LG51 TEO

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,074 mi
Last recorded95,074 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 TEO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 95,074 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all four tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2020 89,325 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 82,704 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2018 74,677 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 74,659 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 69,336 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 65,682 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 65,682 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 63,648 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,737 miles

ADVISE OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE REAR TYRES WORN LOW ON MARKERS

Pass 5 Sep 2009 48,493 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT SIDE LAMPS WORKING BUT VERY DIM AND NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGES ADVISE

Pass 16 Aug 2008 37,984 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 35,069 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 30,972 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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LG51 TEO is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG51 TEO, 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 LG51 TEO registered?

LG51 TEO is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LG51 TEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 TEO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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