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C12 MJC

1995 BMW 520

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,012 mi
Last recorded161,012 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 520125,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 MJC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2010 161,012 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 158,800 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 158,780 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 157,329 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 146,220 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 133,664 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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C12 MJC is a 1995 BMW 520 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 125,342 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 C12 MJC, 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 31 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 C12 MJC?

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What year was C12 MJC registered?

C12 MJC is a 1995 BMW 520, first registered on 16 August 1995.

Is C12 MJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 MJC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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