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X864 UYX

2001 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,941 mi
Last recorded116,941 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX864 UYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 116,941 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Nov 2016 113,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 113,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 107,258 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 28 Oct 2014 99,488 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2014 99,468 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 91,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 84,638 miles

airbag warning light on

Pass 1 Sep 2011 76,434 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2011 76,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 69,777 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 66,186 miles

BRAKE PADS WARNING LIGHT ON.

Pass 21 Jan 2009 59,121 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 53,380 miles

Nearside Rear 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 12 Jan 2007 47,548 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 47,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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X864 UYX is a 2001 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X864 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 X864 UYX registered?

X864 UYX is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X864 UYX safe to buy?

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