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BV65 ZDG

2015 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,851 mi
Last recorded155,851 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV65 ZDG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 155,851 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/s ()

Pass 13 Nov 2024 152,049 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Nov 2024 152,049 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Nov 2023 148,746 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 145,208 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 140,339 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 135,777 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 129,949 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 107,064 miles

Offside Rear tyre has nail in it

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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BV65 ZDG is a 2015 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BV65 ZDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV65 ZDG registered?

BV65 ZDG is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2015.

Is BV65 ZDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV65 ZDG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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