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KB05 PUF

2005 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,010 mi
Last recorded126,010 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB05 PUF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 126,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 117,288 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 99,336 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 148,859 miles

brake warning light showing on dash

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Fail 14 Aug 2014 148,855 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake warning light showing on dash

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Pass 13 Aug 2013 118,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Aug 2013 118,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2012 87,278 miles

advise low effort on nearside handbrake

advise wiper blades worn

Pass 10 Jun 2011 49,171 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 49,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 45,041 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 39,090 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 34,090 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,753 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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KB05 PUF is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KB05 PUF, 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 KB05 PUF registered?

KB05 PUF is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is KB05 PUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB05 PUF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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