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A10 RUB

1990 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

157,965 mi
Last recorded157,965 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 520133,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 RUB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 157,965 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 157,916 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 157,892 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 157,882 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 157,866 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 157,866 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 157,850 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 157,836 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 157,836 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 157,590 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 155,729 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 153,152 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 153,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 150,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 148,150 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 145,560 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 1 Dec 2012 143,163 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 140,645 miles

Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 137,107 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 134,035 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 134,035 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 130,827 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 126,892 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 123,504 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 120,763 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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A10 RUB is a 1990 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1990 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 133,842 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 A10 RUB, 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 36 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A10 RUB registered?

A10 RUB is a 1990 BMW 520, first registered on 26 November 1990.

Is A10 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 RUB shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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