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KW54 FZC

2005 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

88,191 mi
Last recorded88,191 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 FZC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 88,191 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 78,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2025 78,797 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 70,865 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 69,818 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 67,729 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 66,302 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 64,584 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 63,244 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 61,016 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 60,119 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 59,437 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 58,379 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 57,320 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 56,309 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 54,855 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2011 52,997 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 49,363 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 42,758 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 37,095 miles

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

under body tray fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 17 Jan 2008 32,373 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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KW54 FZC is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KW54 FZC, 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 KW54 FZC?

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What year was KW54 FZC registered?

KW54 FZC is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is KW54 FZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW54 FZC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KW54 FZC have outstanding finance?

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