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X951 FLD

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,608 mi
Last recorded103,608 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX951 FLD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 103,608 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing outer sidewall

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

rear heat shield insecure slightly

Pass 17 Mar 2016 100,312 miles

Both front lower arm ,front bushes have movement

Os rear suspension arm joint has play

Rear brake discs are corroded and pitted

Fail 16 Mar 2016 100,311 miles

Offside 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)

Both front lower arm ,front bushes have movement

Os rear suspension arm joint has play

Rear brake discs are corroded and pitted

Pass 24 Mar 2015 96,271 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 91,926 miles

Os front anti roll bar drop link boot is perishing

Rear brake discs are corroded and pads are low

Fail 11 Mar 2014 91,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Ns front tyre has worn on outer edge

Os front anti roll bar drop link boot is perishing

Rear brake discs are corroded and pads are low

Pass 28 Mar 2013 87,929 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 84,727 miles

both rear anti roll bar links knocking

ns rear tyre wearing to 2.5mm

oil leak from engine

rear brake discs becoming pitted on outer surfaces

Pass 4 Feb 2011 79,723 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 75,418 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 70,164 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 67,909 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 63,880 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 61,926 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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X951 FLD is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X951 FLD, 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 X951 FLD registered?

X951 FLD is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 3 January 2001.

Is X951 FLD safe to buy?

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