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BJ55 OEG

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

270,611 mi
Last recorded270,611 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 OEG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 270,611 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 237,646 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 130,076 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 121,086 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 112,794 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 106,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 100,642 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to register

Pass 9 Nov 2011 94,078 miles

o/s/r tread cut across full width

Pass 25 Nov 2010 86,079 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 85,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 79,146 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 79,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Oct 2009 79,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Pass 31 Oct 2008 65,434 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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BJ55 OEG is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BJ55 OEG, 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 BJ55 OEG registered?

BJ55 OEG is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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