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LM55 DTX

2005 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,906 mi
Last recorded142,906 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 DTX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 142,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation present in headlamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 135,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 127,581 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 127,578 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 122,197 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2022 114,376 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 114,369 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2021 114,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 113,884 miles

Front bonnet structs worn

Pass 15 May 2019 113,728 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 112,745 miles

Offside Front tyre wear out from inside

Nearside Front tyre wear out from inside

Pass 18 May 2017 111,964 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on inner treads

brake discs corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2015 111,579 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 111,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Nov 2014 111,082 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 110,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 109,522 miles

BOOT FULL AT TIME OF TEST

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2011 109,139 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 95,554 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 77,985 miles

offside front tyre badly worn edge - suggest replace

Fail 10 Dec 2008 62,147 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 62,147 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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LM55 DTX is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM55 DTX, 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 LM55 DTX registered?

LM55 DTX is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is LM55 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 DTX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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