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W663 OGC

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

118,077 mi
Last recorded118,077 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW663 OGC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 118,077 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 112,857 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 102,647 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 90,981 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 86,480 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 81,450 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 81,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 70,469 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 70,469 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 29 Jul 2010 62,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake discs slighty worn and pitted

Pass 29 Jul 2010 62,898 miles

rear brake discs slighty worn and pitted

Pass 13 Jul 2009 52,901 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and wearing close to legal limit

Fail 13 Jul 2009 52,901 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and wearing close to legal limit

Pass 21 Jul 2008 46,795 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 37,381 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 28,634 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 28,634 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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W663 OGC is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W663 OGC, 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 W663 OGC registered?

W663 OGC is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W663 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W663 OGC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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