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C773 TLX

1985 BMW 520

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,795 mi
Last recorded48,795 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW 520117,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC773 TLX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2014 48,795 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 48,795 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 48,678 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 48,678 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 45,898 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 43,305 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,305 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 39,928 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 36,220 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 33,734 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 30,294 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 28,010 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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C773 TLX is a 1985 BMW 520 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C773 TLX, 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

How do I check the history of C773 TLX?

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What year was C773 TLX registered?

C773 TLX is a 1985 BMW 520, first registered on 5 December 1985.

Is C773 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C773 TLX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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