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W847 PBU

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

215,611 mi
Last recorded215,611 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW847 PBU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 May 2016 215,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside and nearside handbrake low efficiency may require adjustment or repair

Pass 28 May 2015 200,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 189,763 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 184,998 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 180,130 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 175,400 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 158,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 150,236 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 133,891 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 117,757 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 113,226 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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W847 PBU is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W847 PBU, 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 W847 PBU registered?

W847 PBU is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 16 March 2000.

Is W847 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W847 PBU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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