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H13 WKU

2000 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH13 WKU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2013

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2012 132,124 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Dec 2011 122,441 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2011 122,441 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 116,186 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2010 116,174 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 111,710 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 102,880 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 102,844 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 91,635 miles

both front tyres close to limit on edges

both rear tyres close to limit

condition of both registration plates

Pass 24 Jan 2007 80,537 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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H13 WKU is a 2000 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 111,099 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 H13 WKU, 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 26 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 H13 WKU?

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What year was H13 WKU registered?

H13 WKU is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is H13 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H13 WKU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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