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ELZ 2889

1999 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

115,528 mi
Last recorded115,528 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 2889
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 115,528 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 115,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 114,803 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 108,123 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 108,123 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 101,896 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 97,166 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 92,371 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 88,001 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 84,672 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 81,109 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 77,424 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs lipped

front number plate cracked

grease around nsf lower arm balljoint

slight play in both rear anti roll bar droplinks

Pass 6 May 2011 75,173 miles

front no plate cracked

n/s/f front wishbone arm balljoint cover split

n/s/r lower balljoint slight play

Pass 6 May 2010 72,783 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyre treads getting low (3-4mm)

front number plate cracked

Pass 29 May 2009 70,785 miles

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

Pass 22 May 2008 68,918 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 65,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

windscreen slightly chipped in swept areas

Pass 16 May 2007 65,037 miles

windscreen slightly chipped in swept areas

Pass 11 May 2006 59,038 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 53,818 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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ELZ 2889 is a 1999 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 119,795 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 ELZ 2889, 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 27 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELZ 2889 registered?

ELZ 2889 is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is ELZ 2889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 2889 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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