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WJ51 EXK

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,273 mi
Last recorded141,273 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 EXK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 141,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 133,558 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Bumper loose but not insecure

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 121,254 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front outer sill slight corroded

Nearside Rear outer sill slight corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2019 121,254 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front outer sill slight corroded

Nearside Rear outer sill slight corroded

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 112,219 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 108,370 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 103,914 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Dec 2014 100,153 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 100,153 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 94,587 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 89,099 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 83,384 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 13 Dec 2010 76,933 miles

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

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

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

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

brake disc's worn

Pass 1 Dec 2009 69,185 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 60,465 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 Dec 2007 57,562 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 57,562 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 112,699 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 112,699 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 41,336 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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WJ51 EXK is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 98,478 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 WJ51 EXK, 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 25 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 WJ51 EXK registered?

WJ51 EXK is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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