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AF51 OGS

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,699 mi
Last recorded150,699 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 OGS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 150,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

eml on

Pass 20 Feb 2017 143,316 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

eml on

Pass 27 Feb 2016 135,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 127,086 miles

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

eml on

n/s/r tyre side wall cracking

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 26 Feb 2014 118,358 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2013 108,577 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 108,577 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 101,872 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

condition of off side door mirror cover

off side rear tyre cracking on tyre wall

slight play in both drag links

Pass 1 Mar 2012 101,872 miles

condition of off side door mirror cover

off side rear tyre cracking on tyre wall

slight play in both drag links

Pass 6 Dec 2010 91,535 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 28 Nov 2009 84,244 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 79,252 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 74,561 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 67,121 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 59,079 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 OGS is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc 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 AF51 OGS, 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 OGS registered?

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

Is AF51 OGS safe to buy?

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