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NV55 JNX

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,068 mi
Last recorded103,068 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 JNX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 103,068 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2021 103,067 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system main feed ? (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2020 98,807 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 95,502 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 95,499 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 92,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 88,665 miles

emissions not detected reading was 0.00

Pass 6 Apr 2016 84,153 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 79,633 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 74,831 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 67,315 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 60,384 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 54,387 miles

emissions too low to be picked up by machine

Pass 12 Apr 2010 48,241 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 42,009 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 35,125 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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NV55 JNX is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NV55 JNX, 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 NV55 JNX?

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What year was NV55 JNX registered?

NV55 JNX is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is NV55 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 JNX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NV55 JNX have outstanding finance?

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