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R19 TJB

1998 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,223 mi
Last recorded57,223 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 520121,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 TJB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 57,223 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 57,223 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 57,137 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 57,102 miles

unable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.

Pass 16 May 2023 57,078 miles

unable to check some components underside of vehicle.[covers fitted]

Pass 17 May 2022 57,036 miles

unable to view or check all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.

Pass 13 May 2021 56,957 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

unable to check some components underside of vehicle.[covers fitted]

Pass 20 May 2020 56,906 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 56,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 56,818 miles

unable to check some components underside of vehicle.[covers fitted]

Pass 25 May 2018 56,672 miles

unable to check some components underside of vehicle. [covers fitted]

Pass 23 May 2017 56,258 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 55,764 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 55,580 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 23 May 2014 55,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2013 54,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r o/s/r tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2013 54,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r o/s/r tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 26 May 2012 54,682 miles

petrol strap corroded

Pass 21 May 2011 64,470 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 54,378 miles

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

slight wear in n/s/r & o/s/r link arms.

Pass 22 May 2009 54,284 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 54,047 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 53,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 May 2006 53,411 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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R19 TJB is a 1998 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 121,173 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 R19 TJB, 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 28 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 R19 TJB registered?

R19 TJB is a 1998 BMW 520, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R19 TJB safe to buy?

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