MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 520 : 2017

BMW 520 2017

Tests: 1,484

Pass rate: 85.85%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear.5.2.3(d)(ii)Dangerous29%
2Tyre tread depth not in accordance with requirements.5.2.3(e)Dangerous19%
3Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major13%
4Tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements.5.2.3(d)(i)Major10%
5Fracture or welding defect on a wheel.5.2.2(a)Dangerous7%
6Brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.1.1.13(a)(ii)Dangerous6%
7Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major5%
8Shock absorber disfunctional or leaking severely.5.3.2(b)Major5%
9Number plate does not conform to requirements.0.1(d)Major2%
10Loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud.5.2.1(a)(i)Major2%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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