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M514 MHM

1995 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,783 mi
Last recorded188,783 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM514 MHM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2010 188,783 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 188,783 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 183,543 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 175,070 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 165,732 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 156,891 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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M514 MHM is a 1995 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 125,342 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 M514 MHM, 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 31 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 M514 MHM registered?

M514 MHM is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 24 January 1995.

Is M514 MHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M514 MHM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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