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AJ15 FVX

2015 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,142 mi
Last recorded155,142 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ15 FVX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 155,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 140,331 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 125,063 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 111,134 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 100,976 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 22 Apr 2021 86,218 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 86,218 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 80,854 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 69,709 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 62,861 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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AJ15 FVX is a 2015 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AJ15 FVX, 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

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What year was AJ15 FVX registered?

AJ15 FVX is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2015.

Is AJ15 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ15 FVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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