MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
118,425 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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advise all brake flexi hoses perishing
advise all tyre tread wearing low [3.0-2.0mm]
advise power steering pipes weeping
advise slight movement in off side rear suspension
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
advise all tyre tread wearing low [3.0-2.0mm]
advise front and rear brake pads on legal requirements
advise power steering pipes weeping
advise slight movement in off side rear suspension
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front brake discs worn badly
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front brake discs worn badly
both front tyres low on tread
both rear tyres just legal
slight freeplay in both lower arm joints
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X257 DDP is a 2000 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 X257 DDP, 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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How do I check the history of X257 DDP?
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What year was X257 DDP registered?
X257 DDP is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 20 November 2000.
Is X257 DDP safe to buy?
The MOT history for X257 DDP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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