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X232 FHL

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX232 FHL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2019

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view

Pass 5 Jun 2018 87,240 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted obscuring view

Pass 27 May 2017 84,682 miles

condensation in nearside headlamp

front brake pads appear low

undertrays fitted obscuring view

Fail 26 May 2017 84,682 miles

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

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

condensation in nearside headlamp

front brake pads appear low

undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 3 Jun 2016 82,034 miles

Condensation in nearside headlamp

Plastic sills & undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2015 78,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 75,786 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013

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

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

advise unable to read mileage

Fail 12 Jun 2013

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

advise unable to read mileage

Pass 13 Jun 2012 62,533 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 62,553 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2009 57,273 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 52,642 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 47,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 47,438 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 43,201 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 36,019 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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X232 FHL is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 X232 FHL, 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 X232 FHL registered?

X232 FHL is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X232 FHL safe to buy?

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