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V281 GRO

2000 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,496 mi
Last recorded120,496 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV281 GRO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2014 120,496 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 119,404 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 119,404 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front pads worn thin

Pass 6 Dec 2012 118,449 miles

surface corrosion on rear of front to rear brake pipe

wear lip on front brake discs front brake pads starting to wear thin

Pass 7 Dec 2011 117,480 miles

Air bag light illuminated on dashboard.

Fail 18 Nov 2011 117,474 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

air bag light on

front brake pads starting to wear low

front tyres worn low on edges of tread and perished

nearside4 front tyre nail in tread

Pass 19 Nov 2010 113,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 113,132 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 110,583 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 100,529 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 88,955 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 87,497 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2006 73,872 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 65,274 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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V281 GRO is a 2000 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 111,099 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 V281 GRO, 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 26 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 V281 GRO registered?

V281 GRO is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is V281 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V281 GRO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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