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T63 LHH

1999 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,634 mi
Last recorded143,634 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT63 LHH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 143,634 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 143,634 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 132,620 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 119,420 miles

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 118,241 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 113,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 109,003 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 104,567 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 100,392 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 94,355 miles

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

all other tyres getting low

Pass 21 Apr 2006 90,630 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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T63 LHH is a 1999 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T63 LHH, 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

How do I check the history of T63 LHH?

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What year was T63 LHH registered?

T63 LHH is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is T63 LHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T63 LHH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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