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BJ55 UKN

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,124 mi
Last recorded150,124 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 UKN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 150,124 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 111,842 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 7 Jan 2020 111,842 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2019 85,823 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 85,823 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 69,523 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 65,974 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 60,987 miles

Rattle from middle section of exhaust heat shield.

Pass 19 Dec 2014 56,645 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 52,554 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 47,646 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 43,989 miles

Front brake pads approx 4-6,000 miles left.

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)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 40,477 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 35,230 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,479 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 UKN is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UKN, 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 UKN registered?

BJ55 UKN is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BJ55 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 UKN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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