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V815 MHK

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

188,514 mi
Last recorded188,514 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV815 MHK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 188,514 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 188,514 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 174,527 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 166,120 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 155,178 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 146,075 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 135,429 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 127,923 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 127,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 115,070 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 115,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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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V815 MHK is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V815 MHK, 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 V815 MHK registered?

V815 MHK is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V815 MHK safe to buy?

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