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CW55 BXG

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,894 mi
Last recorded114,894 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW55 BXG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 114,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 114,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 106,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 98,465 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 92,201 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 92,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 82,785 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 69,165 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 54,176 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

emissions visual test carried out car to clean

o/s and n/s rear child seats fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Fail 1 Aug 2011 54,176 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

emissions visual test carried out car to clean

o/s and n/s rear child seats fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,936 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 35,024 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 29,449 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 18,190 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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CW55 BXG is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CW55 BXG, 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

How do I check the history of CW55 BXG?

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What year was CW55 BXG registered?

CW55 BXG is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is CW55 BXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW55 BXG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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