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Y852 TGK

2001 BMW 540

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,702 mi
Last recorded41,702 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY852 TGK
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 41,702 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 41,374 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 41,183 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 40,040 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 40,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 37,952 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 37,952 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 36,705 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 34,000 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 33,990 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 32,921 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 32,069 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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Y852 TGK is a 2001 BMW 540 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y852 TGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y852 TGK?

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What year was Y852 TGK registered?

Y852 TGK is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y852 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y852 TGK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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