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J600 EAR

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,965 mi
Last recorded147,965 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ600 EAR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 147,965 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 136,552 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 136,552 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 119,897 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 119,897 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 106,117 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 105,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 90,471 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 70,342 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 70,325 miles

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

Offside front & nearside rear tyres worn on inner edge. Strongly advise that both be changed ASAP!

Fail 2 Oct 2008 48,921 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 48,921 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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J600 EAR is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 J600 EAR, 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 J600 EAR?

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What year was J600 EAR registered?

J600 EAR is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is J600 EAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J600 EAR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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