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A20 BEW

2017 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,506 mi
Last recorded25,506 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 5 Series54,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BEW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 25,506 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 20,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 18,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 15,708 miles

Offside Front light level sensor seized

Pass 7 Dec 2021 12,740 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 9,901 miles

engine cover, under trays, sill covers fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A20 BEW is a 2017 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 54,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 BEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 BEW registered?

A20 BEW is a 2017 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 December 2017.

Is A20 BEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BEW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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