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W377 JPL

2000 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,030 mi
Last recorded138,030 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW377 JPL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 138,030 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 138,030 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 133,268 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 127,758 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f steering arm has slight play

Pass 15 May 2007 121,687 miles

screen washers just reach screen †rear tyres worn low across centre main grooves

Pass 23 May 2006 117,178 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 117,178 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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W377 JPL is a 2000 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 W377 JPL, 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 W377 JPL?

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What year was W377 JPL registered?

W377 JPL is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 25 April 2000.

Is W377 JPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W377 JPL shows 7 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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