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BL55 HFV

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,138 mi
Last recorded161,138 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 HFV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 161,138 miles

All outline marker lamps have a product on the lens or light sources which changes the emitted colour both front (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both rear (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both side front and rear light units slightly tinted

brake master and servo fitted behind covers can't inspect fully

engine and under body covers fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2019 161,138 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated both side rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both side front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All outline marker lamps have a product on the lens or light sources which changes the emitted colour both front (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both rear (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both side front and rear light units slightly tinted

brake master and servo fitted behind covers can't inspect fully

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2018 147,176 miles

Engine covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 136,909 miles

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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 123,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' top to bottom out side view (8.3.1d)

passenger seat pad sensor intermitant

Fail 14 Jun 2016 123,990 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' top to bottom out side view (8.3.1d)

passenger seat pad sensor intermitant

Pass 28 May 2015 111,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 104,682 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 99,708 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 99,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 93,640 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 93,553 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 85,074 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 67,708 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 50,558 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 47,701 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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BL55 HFV is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL55 HFV, 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 BL55 HFV registered?

BL55 HFV is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is BL55 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 HFV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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