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SG51 CHK

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,889 mi
Last recorded105,889 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 CHK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 105,889 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 104,903 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 104,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 103,856 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 98,643 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Slight play in steering rack inner arms

Pass 5 Sep 2014 94,573 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 91,152 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 92,152 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 May 2012 90,438 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2011 84,992 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 79,035 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 72,639 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 66,051 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 60,357 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 54,787 miles

This vehicle has been tested as presented some testable item are concealed by protective covers

nail in tyre

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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SG51 CHK is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SG51 CHK, 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.

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What year was SG51 CHK registered?

SG51 CHK is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SG51 CHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 CHK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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