MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,374 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
exhaust manifold gasket leaking
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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G117 RFJ is a 1971 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1971 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 129,827 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 G117 RFJ, 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 55 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 G117 RFJ?
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What year was G117 RFJ registered?
G117 RFJ is a 1971 BMW 520, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is G117 RFJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for G117 RFJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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