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MCZ 7074

1999 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,001 mi
Last recorded124,001 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCZ 7074
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2012 124,001 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 126,301 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 110,307 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2008 126,401 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 126,401 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 113,004 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 113,004 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MCZ 7074 is a 1999 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MCZ 7074, 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 MCZ 7074?

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What year was MCZ 7074 registered?

MCZ 7074 is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is MCZ 7074 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCZ 7074 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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