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T495 ARX

1999 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

139,571 mi
Last recorded139,571 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT495 ARX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 139,571 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 138,686 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear cills inner are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 138,684 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear cills inner are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

battery light is on

Pass 19 Feb 2021 138,180 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 137,685 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 136,143 miles

offside front headlight is damp inside & starting to effect beam image

Pass 30 Jan 2018 133,865 miles

Both front tyres perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 133,865 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 132,924 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 132,915 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 130,260 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 130,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)

offside front tyre perished

Pass 12 Feb 2015 128,755 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 Feb 2014 126,009 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 123,621 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

air bag light on

condensation inside offside headlamp glass

nearside and offside rear jacking points corroded

rear wiper blade perishing

Fail 14 Feb 2013 123,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

air bag light on

asc warning light on

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

condensation inside offside headlamp glass

nearside and offside rear jacking points corroded

rear wiper blade perishing

Pass 17 Feb 2012 120,807 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2011 118,667 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 116,995 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 111,815 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 109,430 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 109,160 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 108,701 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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T495 ARX is a 1999 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 T495 ARX, 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 T495 ARX registered?

T495 ARX is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 14 July 1999.

Is T495 ARX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T495 ARX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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