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CPC 948T

1979 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,375 mi
Last recorded59,375 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW 52088,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPC 948T
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 May 2015 59,375 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 59,160 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 59,105 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 27 Apr 2012 59,076 miles

nearside wiper blade broken but clearing screen

offside rear tyre tread on legal limit

slight exhaust blows from front exhaust flanges

Pass 3 May 2011 58,340 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 57,855 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 57,332 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 57,274 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 57,213 miles

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 27 Apr 2006 57,158 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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CPC 948T is a 1979 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 88,902 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 CPC 948T, 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 47 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 CPC 948T?

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What year was CPC 948T registered?

CPC 948T is a 1979 BMW 520, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is CPC 948T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPC 948T shows 10 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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