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X244 CBO

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,427 mi
Last recorded135,427 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX244 CBO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 135,427 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 135,427 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 121,837 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 121,837 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 111,267 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 111,267 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 107,620 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 107,620 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 104,346 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 104,346 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 102,068 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 102,068 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 95,217 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 83,267 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 78,248 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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X244 CBO is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X244 CBO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X244 CBO?

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What year was X244 CBO registered?

X244 CBO is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 14 September 2000.

Is X244 CBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X244 CBO shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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