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T734 RGK

1999 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,548 mi
Last recorded148,548 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT734 RGK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 148,548 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 144,111 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 135,221 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 129,571 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 119,522 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 108,365 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 97,462 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 86,662 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 86,662 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Aug 2007 73,155 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 73,155 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 69,097 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 69,097 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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T734 RGK is a 1999 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 T734 RGK, 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 T734 RGK?

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What year was T734 RGK registered?

T734 RGK is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 22 June 1999.

Is T734 RGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T734 RGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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