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S859 VAO

1999 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,648 mi
Last recorded149,648 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS859 VAO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2012 149,648 miles

air bag light showing.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 143,690 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 143,683 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 136,828 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 134,935 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 124,411 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 113,642 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 102,859 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 93,390 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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S859 VAO is a 1999 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S859 VAO, 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 S859 VAO?

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What year was S859 VAO registered?

S859 VAO is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S859 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S859 VAO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S859 VAO have outstanding finance?

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