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AV55 XLR

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,859 mi
Last recorded146,859 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 XLR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 146,859 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 143,042 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 128,951 miles

bit of heel/toe wear to offside front tyre tread

both rear lower suspension wishbone arms inner front bushes splitting

both rear tyres a bit of heel/toe wear to treads

nearside front brake pipe starting to corrode

offside front to rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 22 Nov 2011 115,350 miles

nearside front brake pipe corroding

nearside front tyre worn raised tread area

power steering reservoir area damp

under vehicle covers fitted

various brake pipes furring

Pass 3 Nov 2010 100,057 miles

bit of undercutting to rear brake discs

nearside front tyre 2.5mm raised tread area

offside front tyre tread 2.5mm

offside rear tyre tread 2.5mm (worn raised tread area)

parts of exhaust system rusting

small stonechips to windscreen

under vehicle covers fitted

various brake pipes furring

Fail 3 Nov 2010 100,057 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

bit of undercutting to rear brake discs

nearside front tyre 2.5mm raised tread area

offside front tyre tread 2.5mm(worn raised tread area)

offside front tyre tread uneven wear outer edge

offside rear tyre tread 2.5mm

parts of exhaust system rusting

small stonechips to windscreen

some wear to front brake discs

under vehicle covers fitted

various brake pipes furring

Pass 11 Nov 2009 85,618 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

n/s/r tyre on 3mm

wear in front brake discs

Pass 6 Nov 2008 65,489 miles

n/s/f tyre on 2.5mm & worn on edges

o/s/r tyre on 2.5mm

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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AV55 XLR is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AV55 XLR, 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 AV55 XLR registered?

AV55 XLR is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AV55 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 XLR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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