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A11 WBR

2001 BMW 520

Blue Lpg 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,527 mi
Last recorded83,527 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 WBR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,527 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 80,614 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 77,092 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear brake dicscs corroded to excess

Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,013 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 65,937 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 56,318 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 49,853 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 44,378 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 44,349 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 37,265 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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A11 WBR is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A11 WBR, 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 A11 WBR registered?

A11 WBR is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is A11 WBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 WBR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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