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AF51 OFS

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,189 mi
Last recorded119,189 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 OFS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2015 119,189 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 119,163 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 116,557 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 116,554 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 114,138 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 112,426 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 109,916 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 107,395 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 107,395 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 104,721 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 100,952 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 97,276 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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AF51 OFS is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF51 OFS, 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 AF51 OFS registered?

AF51 OFS is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AF51 OFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 OFS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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