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X131 ELB

2000 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,140 mi
Last recorded126,140 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX131 ELB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 126,140 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 120,738 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 115,202 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 110,151 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 104,879 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 99,935 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 93,857 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 89,821 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 86,070 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 83,593 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 77,405 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside hand brake reading higher than offside

Fail 28 Oct 2008 77,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside hand brake reading higher than offside

Pass 1 Nov 2007 70,542 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 70,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 64,831 miles

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

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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X131 ELB is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X131 ELB, 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

How do I check the history of X131 ELB?

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What year was X131 ELB registered?

X131 ELB is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is X131 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X131 ELB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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