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K17 RYX

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

204,501 mi
Last recorded204,501 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 RYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 204,501 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 205,650 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 205,650 miles

Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 200,662 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 186,000 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2017 186,844 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 176,685 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

under body covers

Pass 24 Nov 2015 164,899 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 154,596 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 136,160 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 118,693 miles

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

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

air bag light

Fail 22 Nov 2012 118,693 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

air bag light

Pass 23 Nov 2011 102,268 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 102,268 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 87,850 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 84,634 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 81,813 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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K17 RYX is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 K17 RYX, 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 K17 RYX registered?

K17 RYX is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is K17 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 RYX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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