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BP15 FXW

2015 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,161 mi
Last recorded61,161 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP15 FXW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 61,161 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 59,988 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 56,824 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 56,705 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 51,902 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 48,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 45,263 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 45,205 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 43,116 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 39,850 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,429 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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BP15 FXW is a 2015 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 71,270 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 BP15 FXW, 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 11 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BP15 FXW registered?

BP15 FXW is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 29 July 2015.

Is BP15 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP15 FXW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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