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Y107 OBH

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,829 mi
Last recorded142,829 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY107 OBH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 142,829 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 135,636 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 129,472 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2013 129,472 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 123,758 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)

Fail 16 May 2012 123,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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 15 Feb 2011 115,673 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 108,672 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 97,189 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 88,308 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 81,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 81,024 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 72,542 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 72,542 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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Y107 OBH is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y107 OBH, 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 Y107 OBH registered?

Y107 OBH is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y107 OBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y107 OBH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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