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AF15 VWY

2015 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

130,403 mi
Last recorded130,403 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF15 VWY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 130,403 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 116,375 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 116,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2023 103,655 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 96,768 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 90,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 82,003 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 17 Apr 2019 71,933 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 23 Mar 2018 58,953 miles

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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AF15 VWY is a 2015 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 71,270 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 AF15 VWY, 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 11 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF15 VWY?

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What year was AF15 VWY registered?

AF15 VWY is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 1 April 2015.

Is AF15 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF15 VWY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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