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CNZ 8330

1997 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

210,330 mi
Last recorded210,330 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 520121,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNZ 8330
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 210,330 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 196,159 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 183,005 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 183,005 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 169,694 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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CNZ 8330 is a 1997 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CNZ 8330, 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 CNZ 8330?

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What year was CNZ 8330 registered?

CNZ 8330 is a 1997 BMW 520, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is CNZ 8330 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNZ 8330 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CNZ 8330 have outstanding finance?

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