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MT51 HZM

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,594 mi
Last recorded88,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT51 HZM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 88,594 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 88,414 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 88,407 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 75,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 60,396 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 60,094 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 60,094 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 57,835 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 55,290 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 52,021 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 50,312 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 50,312 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 49,801 miles

uneven tyre wear

Fail 9 Nov 2012 49,801 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

uneven tyre wear

Pass 11 Nov 2011 48,714 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 47,501 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 44,647 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 40,716 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 36,252 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 32,251 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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MT51 HZM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MT51 HZM, 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 MT51 HZM registered?

MT51 HZM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is MT51 HZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT51 HZM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT51 HZM have outstanding finance?

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