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MIL 9421

1999 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,004 mi
Last recorded168,004 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 1999 BMW 520119,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 9421
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2009 168,004 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake pipes corroded cant see certain testable items due to undertrays

fuel lines corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2008 157,298 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

handbrake travel high.

n/s/f headlight damp inside.

oil leak rear diff.

unable to fully check under car due to covers.

Pass 8 Aug 2007 142,279 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windscreen marked.

Pass 10 Aug 2006 130,684 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm.

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front and rear no. plates discoloured.

o/s/r door not open from outside.

Pass 3 Oct 2005 120,476 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 120,476 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

both front tyres worn on edges.

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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MIL 9421 is a 1999 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MIL 9421, 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

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What year was MIL 9421 registered?

MIL 9421 is a 1999 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is MIL 9421 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 9421 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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