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T405 MTW

1999 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

114,586 mi
Last recorded114,586 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT405 MTW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 114,586 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 114,586 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split damaged (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 107,258 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 107,258 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 99,807 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 99,807 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means incorrect fuel cap (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 95,383 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 92,564 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 88,609 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 88,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 84,545 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 84,545 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 81,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 79,575 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 77,951 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 77,951 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 76,119 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 160,118 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 149,587 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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T405 MTW is a 1999 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 T405 MTW, 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 T405 MTW registered?

T405 MTW is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 1999.

Is T405 MTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T405 MTW shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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