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CV65 HWX

2015 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

168,771 mi
Last recorded168,771 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV65 HWX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 168,771 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 140,078 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2023 117,648 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 97,343 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 88,362 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 88,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 75,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge need change immediately 275/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge need change immediately 275/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 56,415 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear On 2mm

Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,267 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 43,850 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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CV65 HWX 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 CV65 HWX, 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 CV65 HWX registered?

CV65 HWX is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2015.

Is CV65 HWX safe to buy?

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