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E774 HJM

1988 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,322 mi
Last recorded116,322 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW 520127,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE774 HJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 116,322 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 112,564 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 112,564 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 111,829 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 111,429 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 111,286 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 111,036 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 110,666 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 110,311 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 110,311 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 109,842 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 109,315 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 108,480 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 107,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 107,740 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 106,576 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 104,690 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 101,233 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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E774 HJM is a 1988 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 127,324 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 E774 HJM, 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 38 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 E774 HJM registered?

E774 HJM is a 1988 BMW 520, first registered on 4 May 1988.

Is E774 HJM safe to buy?

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