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AO55 OUG

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,782 mi
Last recorded95,782 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 OUG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2015 95,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 82,242 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 74,133 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 68,018 miles

n/sr seat belt is hard to insert into centre locking mechanism. Release button needs to be pushed in for seat belt to engage securely

Pass 28 Dec 2011 59,892 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Oct 2010 50,644 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 40,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

covers fitted to both outer sills and all floors

n/sf tyre has a cut on inner tread

Pass 5 Nov 2008 29,408 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

covers fitted to both outer sills and all floors

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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AO55 OUG is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 112,763 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 AO55 OUG, 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 21 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO55 OUG registered?

AO55 OUG is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is AO55 OUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 OUG shows 8 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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