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YJ51 XDM

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,394 mi
Last recorded124,394 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 XDM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 124,394 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 124,394 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 99,877 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 74,665 miles

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

Nearside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake pads not fully visable (possibly wearing thin)

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 74,665 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake pads not fully visable (possibly wearing thin)

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 66,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 57,057 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 49,331 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 49,331 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 43,954 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,336 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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YJ51 XDM is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YJ51 XDM, 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 YJ51 XDM?

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What year was YJ51 XDM registered?

YJ51 XDM is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is YJ51 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ51 XDM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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