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Y841 MDN

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,102 mi
Last recorded104,102 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY841 MDN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 104,102 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 100,915 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 98,187 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 96,016 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 93,975 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 92,958 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 91,070 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 89,233 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 89,233 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 87,441 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 84,630 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 82,355 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2006 82,329 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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Y841 MDN is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y841 MDN, 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 Y841 MDN?

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What year was Y841 MDN registered?

Y841 MDN is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y841 MDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y841 MDN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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