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Y819 AFR

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

144,202 mi
Last recorded144,202 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY819 AFR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 144,202 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 123,453 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 116,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 114,641 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 110,020 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 104,391 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f o/s/r tyres perishing

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2011 99,514 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 99,166 miles

Nearside & offside rear brake disc corroded. Advise to change.

Pass 25 Jan 2010 95,273 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 95,273 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 91,801 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 91,801 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 90,311 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 77,311 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 59,427 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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Y819 AFR is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y819 AFR, 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

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What year was Y819 AFR registered?

Y819 AFR is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y819 AFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y819 AFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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