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X263 TKE

2000 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

42,415 mi
Last recorded42,415 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX263 TKE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 42,415 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 42,024 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 41,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 41,783 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 41,073 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 41,062 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 41,058 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear light unit has slight damage

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Nov 2020 40,959 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 40,686 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 40,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 40,172 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 39,649 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 38,579 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 36,352 miles

both front tyres cracking on shoulder (no cords showing at this time) 225/55/16

Fail 26 Nov 2015 36,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres cracking on shoulder (no cords showing at this time) 225/55/16

Pass 13 Nov 2014 35,516 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 35,516 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 34,302 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 34,302 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 32,907 miles

Rear tyres cracked.

Pass 24 Nov 2011 31,260 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 31,260 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 28,305 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 26,707 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 24,778 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 24,778 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Nov 2006 23,021 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 23,021 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2005 20,327 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 20,327 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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X263 TKE is a 2000 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 X263 TKE, 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 X263 TKE?

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What year was X263 TKE registered?

X263 TKE is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X263 TKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X263 TKE shows 30 tests with a 63.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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