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N1 RPB

1997 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

44,446 mi
Last recorded44,446 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 520121,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 RPB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 44,446 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 44,446 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear both pipes (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2023 44,440 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 44,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 May 2022 44,435 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

all brake discs corroded slightly due to lack of use

Pass 24 May 2019 44,429 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 44,384 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 44,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 44,302 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 44,253 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 43,835 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,241 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 42,831 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 42,493 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 42,208 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 41,782 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,252 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 39,418 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 39,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 36,798 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 33,526 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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N1 RPB is a 1997 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 121,946 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 N1 RPB, 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 29 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 N1 RPB registered?

N1 RPB is a 1997 BMW 520, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is N1 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 RPB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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