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LR55 WFE

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,136 mi
Last recorded131,136 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 131,136 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 127,307 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 124,281 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 119,496 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 114,695 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 102,310 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 93,182 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 80,123 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 67,629 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 55,633 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 54,843 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 54,843 miles

Headlamp aim too high N/S (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 53,945 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 52,529 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 52,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 50,277 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 46,026 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2012 45,954 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 42,170 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,522 miles

rear brake pads half worn

Pass 3 Dec 2008 29,121 miles

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

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

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 WFE is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WFE, 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 LR55 WFE registered?

LR55 WFE is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is LR55 WFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 WFE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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