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V721 JLS

2000 BMW 520

Gold Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,110 mi
Last recorded153,110 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV721 JLS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 153,110 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 153,067 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak from differential

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH REAR UPPER (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 152,850 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak from gearbox and rear diff

Pass 12 Feb 2019 147,938 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 143,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 138,918 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 134,289 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 129,369 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 124,860 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 120,087 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 115,533 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 110,888 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 106,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 100,977 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 96,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 90,756 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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V721 JLS is a 2000 BMW 520 in Gold with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V721 JLS, 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 V721 JLS registered?

V721 JLS is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 27 January 2000.

Is V721 JLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V721 JLS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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