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J765 SKV

1992 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

68,097 mi
Last recorded68,097 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW 520132,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ765 SKV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 68,097 miles

General Underbody Corrosion - Suspension Components

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Dec 2023 66,925 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 66,815 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 66,617 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 66,617 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 66,449 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 66,449 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 66,251 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 65,796 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 65,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 65,288 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 64,330 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 64,330 miles

Rear subframe front mountings deteriorated (serviceable)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 63,792 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 63,310 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 62,907 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 62,271 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 61,331 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 60,178 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 58,929 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 57,104 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 55,261 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 53,503 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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J765 SKV is a 1992 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J765 SKV, 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 J765 SKV registered?

J765 SKV is a 1992 BMW 520, first registered on 2 January 1992.

Is J765 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J765 SKV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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