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BV55 HWO

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,746 mi
Last recorded147,746 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 HWO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 147,746 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 138,310 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 133,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 126,283 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Emissions too clean for test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 4 Jan 2014 126,250 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Emissions too clean for test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Jan 2013 117,312 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

nearside parking brake has reduced effort

Fail 5 Jan 2013 117,312 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake discs worn and corroded

nearside parking brake has reduced effort

Pass 5 Jan 2012 109,391 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 103,275 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 98,200 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 84,558 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 84,558 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres getting 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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BV55 HWO is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,990cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BV55 HWO, 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 BV55 HWO registered?

BV55 HWO is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is BV55 HWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 HWO shows 12 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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