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Y896 PDN

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,138 mi
Last recorded49,138 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY896 PDN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 49,138 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,827 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 46,089 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 44,294 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 44,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 42,308 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 42,308 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 40,217 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 38,265 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 36,556 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 34,541 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 31,609 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 28,382 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 24,790 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 20,995 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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Y896 PDN is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc 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 Y896 PDN, 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 Y896 PDN?

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What year was Y896 PDN registered?

Y896 PDN is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is Y896 PDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y896 PDN 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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