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LR51 JVH

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,585 mi
Last recorded124,585 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 JVH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2015 124,585 miles

oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2014 114,671 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front pads low

nsf/osf tyres close to limits shoulder

Pass 7 Oct 2013 106,917 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 101,226 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 86,980 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 73,339 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 69,128 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 62,503 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 56,202 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 50,070 miles

O,S,R HANDBRAKE NEEDS CHECKING OUT NOT AS GOOD AS N,S,R

WIPER BLADES SMEARING

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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LR51 JVH is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LR51 JVH, 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 LR51 JVH?

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What year was LR51 JVH registered?

LR51 JVH is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is LR51 JVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 JVH shows 10 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 LR51 JVH have outstanding finance?

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