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B21 MWW

2019 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,387 mi
Last recorded126,387 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2019 BMW 52043,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 MWW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2019
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 126,387 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2026 156,974 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 117,912 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 150,007 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 147,884 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 93,173 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 144,054 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 143,777 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 73,602 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 130,611 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 49,486 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords large cut x2 but cord not visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated rear brake service due (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

tyre pressure notification/warning on dash

Fail 20 Sep 2022 49,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cord visible in cut on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected side repeater damaged and light output affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords large cut but cord not visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords large cut x2 but cord not visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated rear brake service due (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

tyre pressure notification/warning on dash

Pass 25 Nov 2021 107,163 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 90,799 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 68,513 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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B21 MWW is a 2019 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2019 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 43,279 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 B21 MWW, 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 7 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B21 MWW registered?

B21 MWW is a 2019 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2019.

Is B21 MWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 MWW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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