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X715 EJM

2001 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,709 mi
Last recorded112,709 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX715 EJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 112,709 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 106,166 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 102,260 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2013 98,072 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 93,825 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 21 Feb 2011 89,208 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 83,857 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 70,272 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 59,608 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 48,778 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 48,778 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 45,857 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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X715 EJM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 X715 EJM, 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

How do I check the history of X715 EJM?

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What year was X715 EJM registered?

X715 EJM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X715 EJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X715 EJM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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