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CA15 XZU

2015 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,590 mi
Last recorded131,590 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA15 XZU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 131,590 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2026 131,584 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 121,257 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Diff bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 109,460 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 100,983 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 94,765 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 80,063 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 63,912 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 35,477 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 113,793 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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CA15 XZU is a 2015 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CA15 XZU, 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 CA15 XZU registered?

CA15 XZU is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 29 July 2015.

Is CA15 XZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA15 XZU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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