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X419 DJM

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,469 mi
Last recorded168,469 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX419 DJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 168,469 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 168,469 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 150,575 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 150,575 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all (4.4.3 (b))

Front Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 136,318 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 120,112 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

engine has slight oil leak

Fail 24 Jul 2018 120,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

engine has slight oil leak

Fail 20 Jul 2018 120,012 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2017 108,507 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 104,872 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 30 May 2016 104,853 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2015 102,914 miles

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 27 May 2015 102,888 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2014 101,424 miles

ADVISE:- fuel pipes corroded, o/s/f head light beam pattern poor/ misted up.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 99,711 miles

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2013 99,694 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2012 97,956 miles

can only just see beam pattern in the nearside headlight

Pass 9 Jun 2011 95,499 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 93,817 miles

ADVISE:- o/s/r reversing light inop.

Fail 26 May 2010 93,807 miles

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

ADVISE:- o/s/r reversing light inop.

Pass 21 May 2009 91,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2008 87,353 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 84,859 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 80,933 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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X419 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 X419 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X419 DJM registered?

X419 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X419 DJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X419 DJM shows 24 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.

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