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X759 UYX

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,697 mi
Last recorded129,697 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX759 UYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2012 129,697 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 115,687 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2010 104,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 94,278 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 86,674 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 86,674 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 76,762 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 67,619 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2005 57,897 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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X759 UYX is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X759 UYX, 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 X759 UYX registered?

X759 UYX is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X759 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X759 UYX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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