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FY55 RCX

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

211,482 mi
Last recorded211,482 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 RCX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 211,482 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 211,482 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 204,964 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 201,361 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 196,837 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 191,250 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 185,739 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 180,836 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 175,183 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 163,149 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 152,570 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 138,983 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 128,864 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 121,166 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2011 121,166 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 109,024 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 109,024 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 89,336 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 89,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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FY55 RCX 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 78.9%.

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 FY55 RCX, 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 FY55 RCX registered?

FY55 RCX is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is FY55 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 RCX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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