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MK51 UPR

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,649 mi
Last recorded87,649 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 UPR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 87,649 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 86,875 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 83,273 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner arms (2.2.A.1b)

nearside rear fuel pipe corroded

offside rear brake pipe corroded

oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2014 78,768 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 78,764 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 75,113 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 71,886 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2011 69,016 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 64,460 miles

Oil leak

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

both front wipers poor

Pass 3 Aug 2009 57,760 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 49,702 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 44,000 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 44,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2005 31,761 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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MK51 UPR 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 MK51 UPR, 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 MK51 UPR registered?

MK51 UPR is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is MK51 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 UPR 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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