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RFS 636Y

1982 BMW 520

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,717 mi
Last recorded89,717 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW 52086,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFS 636Y
MakeBMW
Model520
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 89,717 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 89,683 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 89,557 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 89,503 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 89,299 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 87,088 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 86,929 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 86,929 miles

Nearside Front Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 86,688 miles

os and ns outer sill corrosion

all fuel lines are visually corroded

all steering/suspension components are visually corroded

ns/f lower wing corrosion

rear axle mountings are worn[not to excess]

Pass 1 Dec 2008 86,315 miles

all brake flexable furrells are showing corrosion

both outer sills are corroding

both rear beam axle mountings are worn

engine oil leak ??

metal fuel pipes are showing corrosion

some front steering/suspension components are showing corrosion

Fail 1 Dec 2008 86,315 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all brake flexable furrells are showing corrosion

both outer sills are corroding

both rear beam axle mountings are worn

engine oil leak ??

metal fuel pipes are showing corrosion

some front steering/suspension components are showing corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2007 85,621 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 85,194 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 85,192 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 83,865 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 83,861 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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RFS 636Y is a 1982 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 86,929 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 RFS 636Y, 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 44 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 RFS 636Y registered?

RFS 636Y is a 1982 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is RFS 636Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFS 636Y shows 16 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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