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FV55 JZN

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

202,203 mi
Last recorded202,203 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 JZN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 202,203 miles

advise brake w/lamp on dash /requires looking at

advise park brake travel/performance/requires attention

Pass 3 Mar 2020 192,215 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Mar 2020 192,213 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Mar 2019 175,316 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 162,472 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 143,683 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 143,683 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 127,163 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 126,628 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

advise brake pad low warning message on

Pass 18 Feb 2015 113,964 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 110,645 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Mar 2014 110,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2013 102,849 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jan 2013 102,848 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2011 95,747 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 88,666 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 88,580 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 80,566 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 58,198 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FV55 JZN 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 68.4%.

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 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 FV55 JZN, 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 FV55 JZN registered?

FV55 JZN is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 9 December 2005.

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