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X298 XPM

2000 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 XPM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2017

both front anti-roll bar link rod ball joint gaiters slightly deteriorated

both front tyres worn close to legal limit

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads worn thin

slight play in front anti-roll bar centre bushes

Pass 2 Apr 2016 151,930 miles

Both front lower arm front small amount of play in bushes

Front anti roll bar bushes worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015
Pass 25 Apr 2014 142,395 miles
Pass 2 May 2013

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 Mar 2012 135,418 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 131,333 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 125,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 121,659 miles

rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 19 Oct 2007 116,582 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 98,626 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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X298 XPM is a 2000 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X298 XPM, 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

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What year was X298 XPM registered?

X298 XPM is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2000.

Is X298 XPM safe to buy?

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