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LS55 XBZ

2005 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,442 mi
Last recorded142,442 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 142,442 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 142,442 miles

Emissions not tested EXHAUST SYSTEM SPLIT (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2018 138,990 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 132,684 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 132,684 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 124,775 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2016 124,775 miles

Nearside Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 118,291 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 99,005 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 61,548 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 29,625 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,516 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 29,495 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 XBZ 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 76.9%.

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 LS55 XBZ, 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 LS55 XBZ?

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What year was LS55 XBZ registered?

LS55 XBZ is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is LS55 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 XBZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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