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DNZ 5016

1991 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,423 mi
Last recorded93,423 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1991 BMW 520136,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 5016
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 93,423 miles

Front brakes out of balance.20%. (25% is a failure) Wind screen washers apear to have grit in the jets ,only two of the four jets give a full volume.

Pass 2 Feb 2009 88,535 miles

Both front to rear fuel pipes corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 88,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front to rear fuel pipes corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 82,172 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 72,575 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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DNZ 5016 is a 1991 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 136,954 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 DNZ 5016, 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 35 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 DNZ 5016?

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What year was DNZ 5016 registered?

DNZ 5016 is a 1991 BMW 520, first registered on 29 August 1991.

Is DNZ 5016 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 5016 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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