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Y437 BDU

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,888 mi
Last recorded129,888 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY437 BDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2016 129,888 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 121,838 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 117,169 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front both sides ball joint and bushes have slight play

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2012 112,639 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 103,713 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 97,373 miles

wipers poor

Pass 15 Jun 2009 89,606 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 83,112 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 79,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2006 72,680 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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Y437 BDU is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y437 BDU, 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 Y437 BDU?

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What year was Y437 BDU registered?

Y437 BDU is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y437 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y437 BDU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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