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J3 GBA

2000 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,291 mi
Last recorded45,291 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 GBA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2016 45,291 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 42,600 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 40,529 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 39,129 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 37,295 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 34,711 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 31,695 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 29,217 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 26,625 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,688 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 22,018 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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J3 GBA is a 2000 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J3 GBA, 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 J3 GBA?

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What year was J3 GBA registered?

J3 GBA is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is J3 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 GBA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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