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A113 PTT

1984 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

123,332 mi
Last recorded123,332 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW 520108,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA113 PTT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 123,332 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 121,602 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 121,520 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength antiroll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 121,382 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 119,222 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 117,039 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 117,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17514 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 114,782 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle under sealed

Pass 19 Aug 2019 113,027 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside sills by jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 111,167 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 108,960 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 108,955 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play centre (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 106,028 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 105,307 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 104,003 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 102,701 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 102,656 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 10,187 miles

Oil leak

front shockers rusty( cups for coil springs )

Pass 1 Aug 2011 99,464 miles

slight play in nearside steering idler

Pass 2 Aug 2010 98,098 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 96,990 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2009 96,990 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2008 95,850 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 95,850 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 94,915 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 94,915 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 94,680 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 94,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2005 94,335 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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A113 PTT is a 1984 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1984 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 108,032 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 A113 PTT, 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 42 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A113 PTT registered?

A113 PTT is a 1984 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 1984.

Is A113 PTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A113 PTT shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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