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M276 KFH

1994 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

89,125 mi
Last recorded89,125 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW 520129,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM276 KFH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 89,125 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 88,799 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 83,144 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 82,422 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 82,421 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure centre rubber (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2021 82,337 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 81,196 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 80,680 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 80,304 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 79,284 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 79,276 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 79,269 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2014 79,267 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 79,168 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 77,803 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 76,401 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 75,093 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 71,620 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 62,539 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 58,703 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 51,944 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 44,543 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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M276 KFH is a 1994 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 M276 KFH, 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

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What year was M276 KFH registered?

M276 KFH is a 1994 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M276 KFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M276 KFH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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