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Y36 VVP

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

117,059 mi
Last recorded117,059 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY36 VVP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 117,059 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 115,704 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 115,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 113,666 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 113,645 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component reservoir/pipe (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front to rear/bridge pipe also along side fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Fail 8 Jun 2017 113,642 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front to rear flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component reservoir/pipe (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front to rear/bridge pipe also along side fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 7 May 2016 111,066 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2015 107,807 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes coated in grease preventing inspection

surface corrosion present on rear brake discs

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 8 May 2015 107,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes coated in grease preventing inspection

surface corrosion present on rear brake discs

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 2 Oct 2014 107,406 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 107,406 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 105,618 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 105,618 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 102,338 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 102,338 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 97,944 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 92,969 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 92,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 87,564 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 87,564 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2008 80,233 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 80,233 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 69,636 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 69,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 62,028 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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Y36 VVP is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y36 VVP, 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 Y36 VVP registered?

Y36 VVP is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y36 VVP safe to buy?

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