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Y39 VVP

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

62,662 mi
Last recorded62,662 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY39 VVP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 62,662 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 61,460 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 59,488 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 57,625 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 56,143 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 55,282 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 53,334 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 52,172 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 50,568 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 49,449 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 48,520 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 47,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 46,701 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 45,692 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 44,632 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 44,632 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 May 2010 43,074 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 41,661 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 39,713 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 37,257 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 34,316 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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Y39 VVP is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y39 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

How do I check the history of Y39 VVP?

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What year was Y39 VVP registered?

Y39 VVP is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y39 VVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y39 VVP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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