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LM54 OMY

2005 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

223,120 mi
Last recorded223,120 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 OMY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2018 223,120 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2017 210,506 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2016 195,526 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 179,340 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 162,960 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 147,487 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 136,490 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 121,331 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 65,783 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 54,056 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 33,457 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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LM54 OMY is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LM54 OMY, 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 LM54 OMY?

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What year was LM54 OMY registered?

LM54 OMY is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is LM54 OMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM54 OMY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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