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F963 MPA

1988 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,711 mi
Last recorded176,711 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2008
Typical for 1988 BMW 520127,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF963 MPA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2008 176,711 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 176,103 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 175,421 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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F963 MPA is a 1988 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F963 MPA, 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

How do I check the history of F963 MPA?

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What year was F963 MPA registered?

F963 MPA is a 1988 BMW 520, first registered on 14 September 1988.

Is F963 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F963 MPA shows 3 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 F963 MPA have outstanding finance?

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