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C637 EYE

1985 BMW 520

Beige Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

191,865 mi
Last recorded191,865 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1985 BMW 520117,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC637 EYE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 191,865 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 191,777 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 191,765 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 191,755 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 191,658 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 191,617 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 May 2008 191,617 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 May 2007 191,546 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 191,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 May 2006 187,847 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2006 187,847 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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C637 EYE is a 1985 BMW 520 in Beige with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 117,349 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 C637 EYE, 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 41 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 C637 EYE registered?

C637 EYE is a 1985 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C637 EYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C637 EYE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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