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Y552 OTF

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,854 mi
Last recorded129,854 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY552 OTF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 129,854 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 129,852 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 118,549 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 109,277 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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

o/s/f tyerworn to3mm

slow oil leak at o/s/r/diff seal

Pass 21 Jun 2010 95,271 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 84,104 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 74,582 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 74,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 63,251 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 52,571 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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Y552 OTF 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 80%.

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 Y552 OTF, 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 Y552 OTF?

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What year was Y552 OTF registered?

Y552 OTF is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y552 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y552 OTF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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