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W449 UDS

2000 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,733 mi
Last recorded157,733 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW449 UDS
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2017 157,733 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 145,006 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 130,699 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 131,774 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 127,502 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 121,269 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 118,203 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 112,882 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 106,608 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 97,829 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 90,000 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 81,188 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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W449 UDS is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 116,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W449 UDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W449 UDS?

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What year was W449 UDS registered?

W449 UDS is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W449 UDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W449 UDS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W449 UDS have outstanding finance?

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