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T2 RHW

1999 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,436 mi
Last recorded92,436 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT2 RHW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 92,436 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 92,424 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 88,486 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 84,363 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 78,964 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 78,782 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 72,543 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 66,933 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

rear subframe both front bushes perishing and have play but subframe secure at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2008 66,933 miles

rear subframe both front bushes perishing and have play but subframe secure at time of test

Pass 16 Apr 2007 61,034 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 53,514 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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T2 RHW is a 1999 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T2 RHW, 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 T2 RHW registered?

T2 RHW is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T2 RHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T2 RHW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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