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RX51 KPL

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

152,263 mi
Last recorded152,263 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 KPL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 152,263 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 150,773 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 140,266 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 129,331 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 125,697 miles

horn sounding slightly poor.

inner edges wearing on rear tyres.

washer jets slightly poor.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 116,191 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 105,782 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 95,918 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 95,913 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 88,062 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 87,158 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 75,166 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 63,946 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 51,325 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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RX51 KPL is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RX51 KPL, 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 RX51 KPL?

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What year was RX51 KPL registered?

RX51 KPL is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 KPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 KPL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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