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AHB 280

1994 BMW 520

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,253 mi
Last recorded67,253 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW 520129,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHB 280
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2026 67,253 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 67,024 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 66,551 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 66,110 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 55,477 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 55,000 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 64,006 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 63,518 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 61,097 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 57,896 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 56,768 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 53,192 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 53,175 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 51,454 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 49,686 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 40,521 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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AHB 280 is a 1994 BMW 520 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 129,120 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 AHB 280, 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 32 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AHB 280?

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What year was AHB 280 registered?

AHB 280 is a 1994 BMW 520, first registered on 22 September 1994.

Is AHB 280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHB 280 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHB 280 have outstanding finance?

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