MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
225,110 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
SLIGHT PLAY TO STEERING BOX DROP ARM.
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H185 BGX is a 1991 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 H185 BGX, 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.
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How do I check the history of H185 BGX?
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What year was H185 BGX registered?
H185 BGX is a 1991 BMW 520, first registered on 25 March 1991.
Is H185 BGX safe to buy?
The MOT history for H185 BGX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does H185 BGX have outstanding finance?
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