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N199 RNH

1995 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

145,207 mi
Last recorded145,207 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2009
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN199 RNH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2009 145,207 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 145,206 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 142,350 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 142,350 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 138,952 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 138,906 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 133,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N199 RNH is a 1995 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 N199 RNH, 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 N199 RNH registered?

N199 RNH is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N199 RNH safe to buy?

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