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Y721 PLB

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,354 mi
Last recorded142,354 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY721 PLB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 142,354 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Rear tyres 2-3mm

Pass 21 Jul 2015 137,504 miles

Oil leak

brake pad warning light indicating fault

Fail 9 Jul 2015 137,450 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

brake pad warning light indicating fault

Pass 12 Jul 2014 129,824 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 125,086 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 120,374 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 115,853 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 111,293 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 107,311 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 104,059 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 98,436 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 91,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 81,569 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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Y721 PLB is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y721 PLB, 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 Y721 PLB?

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What year was Y721 PLB registered?

Y721 PLB is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y721 PLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y721 PLB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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