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M561 KPK

1995 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,024 mi
Last recorded114,024 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM561 KPK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 114,024 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 109,349 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 106,424 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 100,351 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 95,621 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 94,618 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 94,618 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 93,461 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 92,818 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 91,626 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 91,626 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 88,405 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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M561 KPK is a 1995 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 M561 KPK, 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 M561 KPK registered?

M561 KPK is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M561 KPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M561 KPK shows 12 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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