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V853 OKL

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,314 mi
Last recorded99,314 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV853 OKL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 99,314 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 93,372 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,083 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 81,295 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 81,295 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 75,469 miles

front registration plate cracked

Pass 10 Nov 2008 68,802 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 62,164 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

check parking brake system lower effort on nearside

Pass 21 Nov 2006 55,234 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 47,275 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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V853 OKL is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V853 OKL, 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

How do I check the history of V853 OKL?

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What year was V853 OKL registered?

V853 OKL is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V853 OKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V853 OKL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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