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FL55 XCA

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,760 mi
Last recorded132,760 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 XCA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 132,760 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 103,503 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 80,683 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Oct 2012 80,681 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Oct 2011 62,730 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 50,781 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 41,830 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,414 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 33,414 miles

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

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 XCA is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XCA, 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 FL55 XCA?

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What year was FL55 XCA registered?

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

Is FL55 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 XCA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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