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T693 MLK

1999 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

69,603 mi
Last recorded69,603 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT693 MLK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 69,603 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 69,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 63,355 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 63,355 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 60,543 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 55,576 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 49,348 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 150,261 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 144,463 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 138,252 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 115,057 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 102,540 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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T693 MLK is a 1999 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T693 MLK, 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.

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What year was T693 MLK registered?

T693 MLK is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T693 MLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T693 MLK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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