1986 BMW 520 2.7L Petrol · C233 HMD
1986 BMW 520 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 1986. Recorded mileage 162,244 miles. MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,244 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C233 HMD Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
- 162,244 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C233 HMD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 BMW 520 (C233 HMD) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
C233 HMD Mileage History
- 26/09/2022160,295 mi
- 20/09/2023119,760 mi-40,535 mi
- 23/09/2024161,438 mi+41,678 mi
- 26/09/2025162,244 mi+806 mi
Average of roughly 650 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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