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Y372 UUJ

2001 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,619 mi
Last recorded73,619 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY372 UUJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 73,619 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 73,619 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 73,438 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 67,432 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 64,772 miles

Undertrays & sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 59,270 miles

Undertrays & sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 54,200 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,528 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 41,247 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 34,111 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 22,058 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,539 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 18,205 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 17,735 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 17,281 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2005 15,104 miles

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

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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Y372 UUJ is a 2001 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y372 UUJ, 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 Y372 UUJ?

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What year was Y372 UUJ registered?

Y372 UUJ is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y372 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y372 UUJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y372 UUJ have outstanding finance?

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