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C233 HMD

1986 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

162,244 mi
Last recorded162,244 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW 520118,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC233 HMD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 162,244 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 161,438 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 119,760 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 160,295 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Pass 9 May 2014 158,907 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 155,115 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 153,703 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 150,516 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 148,147 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 414,343 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 141,336 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

steering box has slight play

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

nearside rear inner cv boot is split

Pass 5 Jan 2008 134,470 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 117,158 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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C233 HMD is a 1986 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1986 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 118,026 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 C233 HMD, 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 40 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 C233 HMD?

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What year was C233 HMD registered?

C233 HMD is a 1986 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C233 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C233 HMD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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