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FP55 RVV

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,469 mi
Last recorded165,469 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 RVV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 165,469 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 154,457 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 141,400 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 135,434 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 127,211 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 120,329 miles

advice both rear tyres getting low on tread

Fail 7 May 2016 120,121 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

advice both rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 8 May 2015 113,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 105,149 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 95,609 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 84,809 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 74,074 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 65,893 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 65,705 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front brake pad sensor insecure

Nearside rear jacking block missing

Pass 7 Nov 2008 55,562 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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FP55 RVV is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FP55 RVV, 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 FP55 RVV registered?

FP55 RVV is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is FP55 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 RVV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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