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N787 RPG

1995 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

181,009 mi
Last recorded181,009 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN787 RPG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 181,009 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 181,009 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 180,470 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 177,495 miles

offside sun vizor slightly loose

Pass 14 Nov 2011 173,846 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2011 173,846 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 170,311 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 166,521 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 166,521 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 165,447 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 165,447 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 161,790 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 158,981 miles

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

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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N787 RPG is a 1995 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N787 RPG, 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.

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What year was N787 RPG registered?

N787 RPG is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N787 RPG safe to buy?

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