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FL55 OUK

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

162,454 mi
Last recorded162,454 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 OUK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 162,454 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2020 153,109 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 143,335 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 138,203 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 132,850 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 117,262 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 117,121 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 105,639 miles

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 6 Feb 2014 88,021 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 85,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 85,982 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 79,156 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 79,156 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 72,831 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front bumper insecure

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 65,519 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 56,268 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 48,793 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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FL55 OUK is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FL55 OUK, 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

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What year was FL55 OUK registered?

FL55 OUK is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is FL55 OUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 OUK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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