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X922 DJM

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,775 mi
Last recorded114,775 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX922 DJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2026 114,775 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition no rear box fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 114,318 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition no exhaust fitted from down pipes (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels cambered ()

Pass 14 Dec 2024 101,498 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured + Side Repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door can be opened from outside the vehicle after 2-3 pulls on door handle

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2024 101,043 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 96,032 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 85,409 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 75,749 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 67,021 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 59,785 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

offside front steering rack joint has slight play

Pass 24 Jan 2019 59,606 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 58,871 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 57,968 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Feb 2017 57,963 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low lens unit inside insecure (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Feb 2016 55,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close at 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close at 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 52,239 miles

ADVISE Rear discs in poor condition rusty wnd scored but not effecting performance

Pass 5 Feb 2014 50,010 miles

ADVISE both rear disc outer faces in poor condition but brake performance good

Pass 8 Feb 2013 47,805 miles

ADVISE Both rear discs in poor condition but brake performance good

Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,434 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 42,183 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 40,103 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 37,830 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 35,463 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 32,042 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 25,161 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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X922 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X922 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 X922 DJM registered?

X922 DJM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X922 DJM safe to buy?

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