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W766 PJB

2000 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

191,734 mi
Last recorded191,734 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW766 PJB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 191,734 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 181,920 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 172,866 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 167,400 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 167,397 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 157,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 149,071 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 149,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 138,253 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 130,523 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 124,624 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 124,624 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 115,318 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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W766 PJB is a 2000 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W766 PJB, 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 W766 PJB registered?

W766 PJB is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 21 June 2000.

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