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D524 WCD

1987 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,733 mi
Last recorded79,733 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1987 BMW 520120,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD524 WCD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 79,733 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 78,064 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 76,403 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 74,188 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 72,691 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 71,689 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 71,661 miles

Oil leak

front number plate poor condition

Fail 20 Apr 2009 71,656 miles

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

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

Oil leak

front number plate poor condition

Pass 7 Apr 2008 71,417 miles

both rear tyres perishing on sidewall

front registration plate starting to delaminate and background starting to discolour

Pass 12 Apr 2007 71,032 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 70,584 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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D524 WCD is a 1987 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 120,131 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 D524 WCD, 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 39 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 D524 WCD?

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What year was D524 WCD registered?

D524 WCD is a 1987 BMW 520, first registered on 2 January 1987.

Is D524 WCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D524 WCD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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