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W541 OEF

2000 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,002 mi
Last recorded185,002 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW541 OEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2012 185,002 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 179,280 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 165,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 153,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 153,817 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 14,193 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 12,611 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 113,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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W541 OEF is a 2000 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W541 OEF, 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 W541 OEF registered?

W541 OEF is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W541 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W541 OEF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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