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MV51 VBE

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,126 mi
Last recorded121,126 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV51 VBE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 121,126 miles

Front Oil leak under sump area ()

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2017 121,126 miles

Front Oil leak under sump area ()

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 115,460 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 110,233 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint both (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 104,969 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 97,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 27 Jul 2013 97,482 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Aug 2012 94,861 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 94,861 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 91,662 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 87,553 miles

front disc pads getting low

n/s/f tyre close to limit on outer edge

slight wear brake discs

Pass 7 Aug 2009 83,395 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 78,485 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 73,548 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 62,738 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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MV51 VBE is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MV51 VBE, 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 MV51 VBE registered?

MV51 VBE is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MV51 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV51 VBE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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