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Y102 CCV

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,767 mi
Last recorded94,767 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY102 CCV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2014 94,767 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Sep 2014 94,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

front to rear brake pipes corroded

power steering resivoire damp with fluid

rear brake pads wearing thin

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 24 Sep 2013 91,537 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 84,820 miles

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

air bag warning lamp stays on

Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,933 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 76,750 miles

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

both sides front anti roll bar links cover split

Pass 11 Mar 2009 71,765 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 64,607 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 56,836 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 54,557 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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Y102 CCV is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y102 CCV, 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.

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What year was Y102 CCV registered?

Y102 CCV is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is Y102 CCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y102 CCV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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