MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,572 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel pipe/s corroded
plastic covers fitted to sills
some bulbs in rear high level brake light not working
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P290 DDA is a 1996 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc 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 P290 DDA, 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 P290 DDA?
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What year was P290 DDA registered?
P290 DDA is a 1996 BMW 520, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is P290 DDA safe to buy?
The MOT history for P290 DDA 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 P290 DDA have outstanding finance?
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