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GF55 VSN

2005 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,001 mi
Last recorded138,001 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 VSN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 138,001 miles

Emissions (0) would not register

Oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2018 107,224 miles

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2018 106,988 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 102,515 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 96,950 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 89,791 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 83,263 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 83,225 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 77,205 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 70,951 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 5 Oct 2010 63,447 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 56,650 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 40,416 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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GF55 VSN is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GF55 VSN, 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 GF55 VSN?

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What year was GF55 VSN registered?

GF55 VSN is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is GF55 VSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 VSN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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