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L12 CKT

1997 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

493 mi
Last recorded493 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 520121,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 CKT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 493 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 65,719 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wing and wheel arch scratched

nearside rear wheel arch damaged

rear metal brake pipes lightly corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2011 62,815 miles

air bag light on

Pass 24 Jun 2010 61,136 miles

airbag light on

Pass 19 Jun 2009 59,858 miles

Airbag warning lamp staying on.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 59,858 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Airbag warning lamp staying on.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 58,797 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 58,107 miles

Air bag light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 56,166 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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L12 CKT is a 1997 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 121,946 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 L12 CKT, 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 29 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L12 CKT registered?

L12 CKT is a 1997 BMW 520, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is L12 CKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 CKT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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