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X166 BGM

2000 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

156,471 mi
Last recorded156,471 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX166 BGM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 156,471 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 156,471 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 153,397 miles

Nearside Front spring hardness not matching off side spring

Nearside Rear spring hardness not matching off side spring

Pass 8 Apr 2017 145,532 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Engine malfunctioin light on

Underside of vehicle rusty and poor in places

Fail 29 Mar 2017 145,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake pad warning light on

Engine malfunctioin light on

Underside of vehicle rusty and poor in places

Pass 18 May 2015 145,517 miles

all discs poor

engine light on

oil leak

play in all suspension

Pass 6 Mar 2013 132,613 miles

Air bag indicates a fault

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2013 132,612 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Air bag indicates a fault

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2012 131,202 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 127,481 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 127,481 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 115,935 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 115,922 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine oil level low

Pass 8 Aug 2008 103,034 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 103,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 93,280 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 84,338 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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X166 BGM is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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

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 X166 BGM, 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 X166 BGM?

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What year was X166 BGM registered?

X166 BGM is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 October 2000.

Is X166 BGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X166 BGM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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