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X46 DBL

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,105 mi
Last recorded96,105 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX46 DBL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2018 96,105 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 83,473 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 68,034 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 55,590 miles

o/s/f arb droplink boot poor condition

slight play in rear subframe bushes

Pass 11 Mar 2014 44,125 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 42,102 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 40,326 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 38,011 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 34,237 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 31,268 miles

ADVISE ALL 4 TYRES LOW ON EDGES

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,833 miles

ADVISE OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE LOW ON OUTER EDGE+BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON INNER EDGE+FRONT BRAKE PADS LOOK LOW

Pass 8 Mar 2007 24,656 miles

ADVISE OFFSIDE FRONT+BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON INNER EDGES

Pass 9 Mar 2006 21,779 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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X46 DBL is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 X46 DBL, 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 X46 DBL registered?

X46 DBL is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X46 DBL safe to buy?

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