MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
124,477 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
carpet trim fitted in boot
under tray fitted
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
anti roll bar link ball joint gaitor insecure
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Front 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P26 ECY is a 1996 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 P26 ECY, 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
How do I check the history of P26 ECY?
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What year was P26 ECY registered?
P26 ECY is a 1996 BMW 520, first registered on 13 August 1996.
Is P26 ECY safe to buy?
The MOT history for P26 ECY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P26 ECY have outstanding finance?
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