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CN65 YVM

2015 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

183,174 mi
Last recorded183,174 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN65 YVM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 183,174 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in wishbone (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in wishbone (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 183,174 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in wishbone (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in wishbone (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 173,384 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 162,751 miles

under tray damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2022 129,100 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

Pass 20 Apr 2021 111,776 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

Pass 18 Nov 2019 90,769 miles

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2018 68,513 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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CN65 YVM is a 2015 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CN65 YVM, 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 CN65 YVM registered?

CN65 YVM is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2015.

Is CN65 YVM safe to buy?

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