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K300 ALX

1994 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,370 mi
Last recorded45,370 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 1994 BMW 520129,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK300 ALX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 45,370 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 45,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 45,339 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 45,324 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 45,239 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 45,237 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 45,133 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 45,133 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 44,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 44,149 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 43,626 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 43,626 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 43,560 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,159 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 42,651 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 42,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,601 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 41,843 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,733 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 41,341 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 41,089 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,133 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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K300 ALX is a 1994 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1994 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 129,120 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 K300 ALX, 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 32 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 K300 ALX?

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What year was K300 ALX registered?

K300 ALX is a 1994 BMW 520, first registered on 19 August 1994.

Is K300 ALX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K300 ALX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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