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AX51 CWE

2001 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,781 mi
Last recorded107,781 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 CWE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 107,781 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 104,056 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 99,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 94,709 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 88,923 miles

engine management light showing on dash

Pass 15 May 2012 83,511 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 77,882 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 71,570 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 71,570 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 20 May 2009 65,634 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 65,634 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 57,267 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 50,248 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 41,510 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)

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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AX51 CWE is a 2001 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AX51 CWE, 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 AX51 CWE?

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What year was AX51 CWE registered?

AX51 CWE is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is AX51 CWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 CWE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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