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M20 WSS

2000 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,870 mi
Last recorded141,870 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW 520111,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM20 WSS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2011 141,870 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 141,870 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 129,942 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 120,423 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 109,988 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 103,356 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 88,388 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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M20 WSS is a 2000 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M20 WSS, 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 M20 WSS?

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What year was M20 WSS registered?

M20 WSS is a 2000 BMW 520, first registered on 15 November 2000.

Is M20 WSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M20 WSS shows 7 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.

Does M20 WSS have outstanding finance?

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