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NDZ 3110

1999 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

145,103 mi
Last recorded145,103 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDZ 3110
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 145,103 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 137,224 miles

rear jacking points slight corrosion

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2017 131,232 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2016 125,158 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 118,964 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear metal brake pipes starting to corode.

Pass 30 Apr 2015 118,964 miles

rear metal brake pipes starting to corode.

Pass 16 May 2014 112,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 105,991 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 100,053 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 100,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2011 91,842 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 85,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 78,762 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 71,967 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 71,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 69,537 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 69,537 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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NDZ 3110 is a 1999 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 119,795 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 NDZ 3110, 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 27 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NDZ 3110?

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What year was NDZ 3110 registered?

NDZ 3110 is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is NDZ 3110 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDZ 3110 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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