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X966 THD

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,477 mi
Last recorded121,477 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX966 THD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 121,477 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 120,003 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 118,924 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 117,290 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 116,021 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 114,694 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 113,884 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 112,611 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 112,611 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 110,912 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 108,557 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 106,211 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 104,081 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 104,081 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 101,409 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 101,409 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 99,118 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 31 Aug 2011 96,089 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 92,542 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 92,542 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 89,726 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 85,782 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 82,145 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 78,238 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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X966 THD is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc 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 X966 THD, 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

How do I check the history of X966 THD?

You can check the full history of X966 THD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X966 THD registered?

X966 THD is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X966 THD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X966 THD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X966 THD have outstanding finance?

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