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IGZ 9502

2018 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,489 mi
Last recorded82,489 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 52045,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIGZ 9502
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 82,489 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 68,743 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 51,262 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 51,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 43,394 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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IGZ 9502 is a 2018 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2018 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 45,387 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 IGZ 9502, 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 8 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IGZ 9502?

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What year was IGZ 9502 registered?

IGZ 9502 is a 2018 BMW 520, first registered on 16 March 2018.

Is IGZ 9502 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IGZ 9502 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IGZ 9502 have outstanding finance?

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