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X151 UYW

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

109,855 mi
Last recorded109,855 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX151 UYW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 109,855 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall has slight damage, but no cords exposed

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under side (6.1.A.1)

both rear sills under coated

exhaust bracket deteriorated, but system still adequately supported

front brake pipes coated, not allowing full inspection

fuel pipes coated

Fail 7 Jul 2017 109,830 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt foremost (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall has slight damage, but no cords exposed

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under side (6.1.A.1)

exhaust bracket deteriorated, but system still adequately supported

Pass 8 Mar 2014 108,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 108,945 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 104,485 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 104,485 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2012
Fail 24 Feb 2012 101,221 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2011 96,325 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2011 96,319 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 93,830 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 90,727 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 88,042 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 67,770 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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X151 UYW is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X151 UYW, 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 X151 UYW registered?

X151 UYW is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2000.

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