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LR55 FWF

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,659 mi
Last recorded74,659 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 FWF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 74,659 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 70,713 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 65,238 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 61,753 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 54,494 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 52,818 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 52,038 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 50,076 miles

n/s/r tyre worn and nailed

Pass 31 Aug 2017 48,396 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 46,172 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 46,172 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 42,731 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,998 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 35,744 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,215 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 25,981 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,303 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,072 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 14,643 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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LR55 FWF is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LR55 FWF, 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 LR55 FWF?

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What year was LR55 FWF registered?

LR55 FWF is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is LR55 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 FWF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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