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X266 DJM

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,254 mi
Last recorded57,254 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2007
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX266 DJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2007 57,254 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 57,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres wearing low on edges

near side rear tyre worn to limits

off side rear tyre worn close to tread bar indicators

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2006 48,367 miles

front tyres starting to wear on edges

off side secondry side light not working

rear pads worn

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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X266 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X266 DJM, 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.

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How do I check the history of X266 DJM?

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What year was X266 DJM registered?

X266 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X266 DJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X266 DJM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X266 DJM have outstanding finance?

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