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N965 GNK

1996 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

162,692 mi
Last recorded162,692 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 520126,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN965 GNK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2026 162,692 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Apr 2026 162,692 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 162,630 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Offside Front Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 155,846 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2022 155,840 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 153,011 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 152,169 miles

Offside Front inner sill correded

Pass 30 Jan 2019 151,964 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 151,362 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 151,259 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 151,095 miles

rusty under car

Pass 29 Jan 2015 150,967 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 150,590 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 150,197 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 146,637 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 141,187 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 135,312 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 129,819 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 124,466 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 119,432 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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N965 GNK is a 1996 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 126,144 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 N965 GNK, 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 30 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 N965 GNK registered?

N965 GNK is a 1996 BMW 520, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N965 GNK safe to buy?

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