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GJI 1583

1991 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,777 mi
Last recorded109,777 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 520136,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJI 1583
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 109,777 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 109,777 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 109,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

underbody including corroded in prescribed areas

Pass 1 Jul 2024 109,831 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Sill covers fitted, unable to inspect fully

Pass 10 Jul 2023 108,842 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 107,936 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2011 107,515 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 107,097 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 106,473 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 105,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside and nearside tyres have slight cracks in tread recomend new tyres

Pass 30 May 2007 104,952 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 103,777 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.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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GJI 1583 is a 1991 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GJI 1583, 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

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What year was GJI 1583 registered?

GJI 1583 is a 1991 BMW 520, first registered on 28 February 1991.

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