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T199 ACW

1999 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

97,834 mi
Last recorded97,834 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT199 ACW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 97,834 miles

Nearside Small crack in screen

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 91,898 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 82,689 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 78,115 miles

Corrosion on sills, covers fitted

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 75,624 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion on sills, covers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2021 74,576 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 73,818 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 73,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 72,319 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 65,673 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 65,673 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 48,479 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 45,058 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 44,526 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 43,305 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 42,503 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 42,094 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 40,909 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 39,443 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 37,994 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 36,088 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 34,491 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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T199 ACW is a 1999 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 T199 ACW, 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

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What year was T199 ACW registered?

T199 ACW is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 16 March 1999.

Is T199 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T199 ACW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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