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V168 FLN

1999 BMW 528

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,038 mi
Last recorded94,038 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 528116,787 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV168 FLN
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 94,038 miles

hand brake efficiency 16%

tyre pressure warning lamp on

Fail 29 Feb 2016 94,035 miles

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

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2015 93,557 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 93,515 miles

EML ON

OSF wing and bumper damaged

Fail 19 Feb 2013 90,028 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s front bumper insecure.

Pass 19 Feb 2013 90,028 miles

o/s front bumper insecure.

Pass 18 Feb 2012 84,924 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted oscuring some components inthe engine

slight offside wing damged front bumper slight damged

under trays fitted obscuring some underside compoents

Pass 23 Feb 2011 80,142 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 75,811 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 70,450 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 61,438 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 43,683 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 26,159 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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V168 FLN is a 1999 BMW 528 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 116,787 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V168 FLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this BMW 528 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V168 FLN?

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What year was V168 FLN registered?

V168 FLN is a 1999 BMW 528, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V168 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V168 FLN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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