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AX55 CXE

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,909 mi
Last recorded54,909 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2009
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 CXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2009 54,909 miles

diesel emissions readings low - no emission result sheet issued.

Fail 30 Dec 2008 54,884 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyre wear low.

diesel emissions readings low - no emission result sheet issued.

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

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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AX55 CXE is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX55 CXE, 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 AX55 CXE registered?

AX55 CXE is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AX55 CXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX55 CXE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX55 CXE have outstanding finance?

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