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BGU 258

1997 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,237 mi
Last recorded114,237 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 520121,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGU 258
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2012 114,237 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 114,094 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 109,791 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 105,482 miles

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

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 31 Aug 2007 100,604 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 94,036 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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BGU 258 is a 1997 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 121,946 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 BGU 258, 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 29 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGU 258?

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What year was BGU 258 registered?

BGU 258 is a 1997 BMW 520, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is BGU 258 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGU 258 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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