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K507 ARJ

1993 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,628 mi
Last recorded44,628 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW 520119,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK507 ARJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 44,628 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 41,266 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/s and o/s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 38,497 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 37,073 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 36,405 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 29,127 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 29,107 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 29,017 miles

Fuel pipes showing signs of corrosion (underbody)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 28,810 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 28,528 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 27,984 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,826 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2012 25,699 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

n/s/underside fuel pipes corroded

o/s/f outer sill corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,695 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 23,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 21,703 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 20,505 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 19,486 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,744 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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K507 ARJ is a 1993 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 119,252 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 K507 ARJ, 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 33 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 K507 ARJ registered?

K507 ARJ is a 1993 BMW 520, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is K507 ARJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K507 ARJ shows 19 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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