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PN51 OBY

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,837 mi
Last recorded125,837 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 OBY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 125,837 miles

damp noted to steering rack and pipes

oil leaks noted

Fail 12 Sep 2017 125,837 miles

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

damp noted to steering rack and pipes

oil leaks noted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 118,865 miles

brake pipe to n/s and o/s front starting to rust

slight wear in o/s rear antiroll bar droplink joints

slight wear in rear suspension joints

steering rack tower damp

Pass 18 Aug 2015 111,919 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 105,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f anti roll bar drop link top ball joint boot slightly damaged

Pass 21 Aug 2013 98,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2013 98,737 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 90,962 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 82,822 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to get low on tread

Fail 12 Aug 2011 82,520 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/r tyre starting to get low on tread

Pass 13 Sep 2010 72,216 miles

SOME BRAKE PIPES RUSTING SLIGHTLY

Pass 18 Aug 2009 63,115 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 54,880 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 44,263 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 44,261 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 35,294 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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PN51 OBY is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PN51 OBY, 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 PN51 OBY?

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What year was PN51 OBY registered?

PN51 OBY is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is PN51 OBY safe to buy?

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