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BIG 2653

2001 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,814 mi
Last recorded145,814 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 52098,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 2653
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2012 145,814 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 141,417 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 138,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

wipers poor

Fail 15 May 2010 138,870 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

wipers poor

Pass 16 May 2009 132,661 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 132,658 miles

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

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

1. REAR TRYE TREADS VERY LOW. OSR 2MM NSR 1.6MM ADVISE CHANGE

2. FRONT AND REAR TYRE WEAR UNEVEN ADVISE 4 WHEEL TRACKING

3. WASHER PIPES INSECURE. REFITTED MAY NEED FURTHER ATTENTION

Pass 21 May 2008 125,476 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT UNEVEN FORM TYRE WEAR. TRACKING CHECK ?

Pass 25 May 2007 117,830 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 106,767 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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BIG 2653 is a 2001 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BIG 2653, 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 BIG 2653?

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What year was BIG 2653 registered?

BIG 2653 is a 2001 BMW 520, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is BIG 2653 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 2653 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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