MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
115,528 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
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
front no plate cracked
n/s/f front wishbone arm balljoint cover split
n/s/r lower balljoint slight play
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
n/s/r tyre has nail in tread
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
windscreen slightly chipped in swept areas
windscreen slightly chipped in swept areas
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of ELZ 2889?
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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.
Does ELZ 2889 have outstanding finance?
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