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Y313 DLJ

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,219 mi
Last recorded139,219 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY313 DLJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 139,219 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 136,318 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 127,520 miles

bonnet damaged

Pass 4 Feb 2013 121,923 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 26 Jan 2013 121,689 miles

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

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

Both front tyres low on inner edges

Engine management light on

Front and rear brake discs worn and lipped

Oil leak from engine

Pass 30 Jan 2012 112,279 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010
Fail 11 Dec 2010

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

can not read vehicle mileage

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Dec 2009 90,759 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008
Pass 24 Nov 2007 71,108 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 61,689 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 57,549 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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Y313 DLJ is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y313 DLJ, 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 Y313 DLJ registered?

Y313 DLJ is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y313 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y313 DLJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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