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D4 CSF

2015 BMW 520

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,605 mi
Last recorded137,605 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 CSF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 137,605 miles

Under trays fitted perverting full inspection of under side

Pass 15 Feb 2025 129,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 182,631 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 125,173 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 180,455 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 118,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 178,276 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 108,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 175,621 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 95,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 173,530 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 84,546 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 84,546 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 167,990 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 71,475 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 146,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Sep 2018 146,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 52,838 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 52,838 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Sep 2017 126,657 miles

Nearside Front TYRE FOUND TO BE CRACKED BUT NO WIRES EXPOSED

Offside Front TYRE FOUND TO BE CRACKED BUT NO WIRES EXPOSED

Pass 11 Jul 2016 110,955 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

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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D4 CSF is a 2015 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D4 CSF, 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 D4 CSF registered?

D4 CSF is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 16 February 2015.

Is D4 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D4 CSF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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