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J302 SJT

1992 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,775 mi
Last recorded115,775 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 1992 BMW 520132,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ302 SJT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 115,775 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2012 113,171 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2011 109,221 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 102,481 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 95,604 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2009 89,089 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 80,639 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 80,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 71,064 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in steering systerm

Pass 3 Nov 2005 65,171 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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J302 SJT is a 1992 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1992 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 132,944 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 J302 SJT, 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 34 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 J302 SJT registered?

J302 SJT is a 1992 BMW 520, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J302 SJT safe to buy?

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