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H189 GJU

1991 BMW 520

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

120,829 mi
Last recorded120,829 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 520136,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH189 GJU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 120,829 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 120,708 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 120,536 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 120,382 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 120,255 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 119,870 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 119,246 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 118,406 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 117,917 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 116,911 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 116,911 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 115,554 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 114,590 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 113,374 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 112,193 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 110,589 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 110,014 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 110,014 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 109,733 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 107,922 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 106,428 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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H189 GJU is a 1991 BMW 520 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 H189 GJU, 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

How do I check the history of H189 GJU?

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What year was H189 GJU registered?

H189 GJU is a 1991 BMW 520, first registered on 15 April 1991.

Is H189 GJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H189 GJU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H189 GJU have outstanding finance?

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