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Y906 HFG

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,948 mi
Last recorded88,948 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY906 HFG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 88,948 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 88,768 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 83,789 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 79,306 miles

Oil leak

front brake pads low

Pass 27 Nov 2013 74,526 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 74,520 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 70,615 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

bonnet safety catch seizing

nearside front tyre perishing and slight drag

Pass 14 Nov 2012 70,615 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

bonnet safety catch seizing

nearside front tyre perishing and slight drag

Pass 22 Nov 2011 66,776 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 62,139 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 24 Nov 2009 58,641 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 58,641 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 54,624 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 49,988 miles

Bonnet safety catch siezed

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 42,723 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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Y906 HFG 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 73.3%.

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 Y906 HFG, 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 Y906 HFG?

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What year was Y906 HFG registered?

Y906 HFG is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y906 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y906 HFG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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