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Y877 WGK

2001 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

108,586 mi
Last recorded108,586 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY877 WGK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 108,586 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 108,586 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 102,483 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 95,136 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Nov 2021 95,136 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 89,805 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 89,805 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 80,118 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 74,668 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,630 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 67,806 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 65,099 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 62,819 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 59,928 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 55,877 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 52,314 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 48,587 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 48,587 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 45,245 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 41,194 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 38,019 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 32,647 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 33,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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Y877 WGK is a 2001 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Y877 WGK, 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 Y877 WGK registered?

Y877 WGK is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y877 WGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y877 WGK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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