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X938 FLD

2000 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

179,624 mi
Last recorded179,624 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX938 FLD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 179,624 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 162,568 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 162,568 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 130,532 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear Tyres worn to VOSA limit but may exceed Constabulary limit

offside front Tyre scubbed on outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2010 99,987 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 99,983 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 93,387 miles

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

light scratching to windscreen

Pass 28 Aug 2009 47,522 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 93,387 miles

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

light scratching to windscreen

Pass 1 Sep 2008 85,519 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 85,517 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 78,001 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 77,990 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 70,934 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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X938 FLD is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 116,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X938 FLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X938 FLD registered?

X938 FLD is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 November 2000.

Is X938 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X938 FLD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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