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LS55 BBN

2005 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,433 mi
Last recorded140,433 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 BBN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 140,433 miles

nearside rear reflector damaged

Fail 5 Apr 2017 140,432 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside rear reflector damaged

Fail 8 Mar 2017 139,812 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly on inner edge (rim bent) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired section missing (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly on inner edge - almost down to cords (rim bent) (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 123,179 miles

Engine cover/under tray fitted

Nearside Front wind screen damaged out side driver's road view

Offside Front top wind screen damaged out side driver's road view

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 123,179 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine cover/under tray fitted

Nearside Front wind screen damaged out side driver's road view

Offside Front top wind screen damaged out side driver's road view

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 112,474 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 112,469 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 89,285 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 55,674 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 38,612 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 25,626 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 20,980 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 16,227 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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LS55 BBN is a 2005 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS55 BBN, 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 LS55 BBN registered?

LS55 BBN is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is LS55 BBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 BBN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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