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M86 XRO

1995 BMW 520

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,448 mi
Last recorded144,448 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM86 XRO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2017 144,448 miles

EXHAUST HAS EXCESS CORROSION AT THE JOINTS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH SIDES BY BRAKE HOSE IN WHEEL ARCH (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Body has slight corrosion BOTH SIDES SILLS (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BY THE PRESSURE VALVE (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH SIDES WORN CLOSE TO WEAR INDICATORS (4.1.E.1)

WIPERS WORN

Pass 4 May 2016 142,157 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 138,805 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 134,970 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 128,916 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 123,930 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 119,236 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 113,289 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 14 May 2009 109,173 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 103,239 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 98,347 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 93,775 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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M86 XRO is a 1995 BMW 520 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M86 XRO, 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 M86 XRO registered?

M86 XRO is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M86 XRO safe to buy?

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