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X124 XPH

2000 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

118,370 mi
Last recorded118,370 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX124 XPH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 118,370 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 118,370 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 115,668 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)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 112,976 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 109,855 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 106,805 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 103,544 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 100,014 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 100,014 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 89,355 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 79,008 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 75,015 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 75,015 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 71,720 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 71,720 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 69,947 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 65,803 miles

rest of the tyres start to crack

Fail 30 Mar 2007 65,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rest of the tyres start to crack

Pass 30 Mar 2006 61,841 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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X124 XPH is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 116,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X124 XPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X124 XPH registered?

X124 XPH is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X124 XPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X124 XPH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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