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G234 TKR

1990 BMW 520

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

173,558 mi
Last recorded173,558 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 BMW 520133,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG234 TKR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 173,558 miles

All front to rear brake pipes greased

Fail 26 Aug 2016 173,551 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

All front to rear brake pipes greased

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 169,312 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 165,111 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 162,785 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 158,329 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 158,235 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 152,597 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 147,654 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2009 141,931 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 137,242 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 137,242 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 129,934 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 121,808 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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G234 TKR is a 1990 BMW 520 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 133,842 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 G234 TKR, 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 36 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 G234 TKR registered?

G234 TKR is a 1990 BMW 520, first registered on 2 April 1990.

Is G234 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G234 TKR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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