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K40 GAH

1998 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

210,122 mi
Last recorded210,122 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 BMW 520121,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK40 GAH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2009 210,122 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 193,351 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 174,886 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 159,082 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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K40 GAH is a 1998 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 121,173 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 K40 GAH, 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 28 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 K40 GAH?

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What year was K40 GAH registered?

K40 GAH is a 1998 BMW 520, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is K40 GAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K40 GAH shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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