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FD55 DLE

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

148,471 mi
Last recorded148,471 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 DLE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 148,471 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 140,316 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 133,241 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 123,817 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 112,306 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 107,355 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 99,723 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 92,008 miles

BRAKE PIPES COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

Pass 9 Nov 2015 88,294 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 84,915 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 81,173 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 75,286 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 69,480 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 48,906 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 44,832 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 44,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2009 37,134 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 37,100 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 35,828 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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FD55 DLE is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FD55 DLE, 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 FD55 DLE?

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What year was FD55 DLE registered?

FD55 DLE is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is FD55 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 DLE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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