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L231 EGM

1993 BMW 520

Beige Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,041 mi
Last recorded30,041 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 1993 BMW 520119,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL231 EGM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1993
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 30,041 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 23,205 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 22,917 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011
Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,517 miles

slight play to anti-roll bar drop link pin/bush

Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,126 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 16,306 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 15,610 miles

slight play in suspension drop link

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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L231 EGM is a 1993 BMW 520 in Beige with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L231 EGM, 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 L231 EGM registered?

L231 EGM is a 1993 BMW 520, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L231 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L231 EGM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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