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Y863 TTR

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,442 mi
Last recorded108,442 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY863 TTR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2018 108,442 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2016 104,776 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 96,940 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 88,863 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 86,442 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 85,615 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 84,162 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 81,562 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 81,562 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 71,713 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 62,010 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 52,102 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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Y863 TTR is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y863 TTR, 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 Y863 TTR registered?

Y863 TTR is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is Y863 TTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y863 TTR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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