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W382 PVC

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,611 mi
Last recorded123,611 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2007
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW382 PVC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2007 123,611 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

screen slight damage. †brake pipes slightly corroded. †o/s/r anti-roll bar drop link slightly worn.

Pass 17 Mar 2006 121,474 miles

Covers over underneath of engine, steering and suspension components. Brake, fuel lines and suspension components have surface/salt corrosion.

Fail 17 Mar 2006 121,474 miles

Covers over underneath of engine, steering and suspension components. Brake, fuel lines and suspension components have surface/salt corrosion.

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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W382 PVC is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W382 PVC, 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.

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What year was W382 PVC registered?

W382 PVC is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W382 PVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W382 PVC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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