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T299 BGM

1999 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,247 mi
Last recorded147,247 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT299 BGM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 147,247 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 146,654 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 143,280 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 138,935 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 133,530 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 133,530 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 128,418 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 122,731 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 118,733 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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)

Fail 6 Aug 2011 114,984 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 114,984 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 109,950 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 104,662 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 99,852 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 99,843 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 91,049 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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T299 BGM is a 1999 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T299 BGM, 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 T299 BGM registered?

T299 BGM is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is T299 BGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T299 BGM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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