MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
236,277 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Oil leak
front under tray is fitted
metal brake pipes are corroded
offside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
offside rear outer brake pad is getting thin
rear tyres are wearing on the centre of the tread
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front under tray cover fitted
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Metal brake pipes are corroded
Offside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
Offside rear outer brake pad is getting low
Oil leak
Rear tyres are wearing on the centre of the tread
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside front tyre is worn on the inner edge
fuel pipes corroded
oil leak
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LUI 8332 is a 1988 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1988 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 127,324 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 LUI 8332, 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 38 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of LUI 8332?
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What year was LUI 8332 registered?
LUI 8332 is a 1988 BMW 520, first registered on 1 August 1988.
Is LUI 8332 safe to buy?
The MOT history for LUI 8332 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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