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J962 FYJ

1992 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,393 mi
Last recorded110,393 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 1992 BMW 520132,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ962 FYJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 110,393 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

N/S underbody flooring corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear silencer delaminating

Pass 15 Jan 2018 107,346 miles

Exhaust outer skin corroded

Front Number plate damaged

Front Suspension arm rear bushes poor condition

Mid exhaust section hanger rubber poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight misting of oil

Fail 9 Jan 2018 107,316 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Exhaust outer skin corroded

Front Number plate damaged

Front Suspension arm rear bushes poor condition

Mid exhaust section hanger rubber poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight misting of oil

Pass 6 Jan 2017 103,890 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 100,008 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 95,747 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 91,296 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 912,289 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 86,827 miles

exhaut is in poor condition

winscreen is marked

Pass 5 Jan 2012 81,809 miles

o/s wiper perishing

Fail 5 Jan 2012 81,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s wiper perishing

Pass 11 Feb 2011 79,098 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 76,226 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 76,226 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 73,324 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 71,998 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 70,483 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear axle oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2006 68,550 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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J962 FYJ is a 1992 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J962 FYJ, 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 J962 FYJ registered?

J962 FYJ is a 1992 BMW 520, first registered on 3 January 1992.

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