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OE55 NKN

2005 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

212,496 mi
Last recorded212,496 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 NKN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 212,496 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 205,247 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 199,724 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 196,029 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2018 195,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 191,505 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing unevenly

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 186,883 miles

coolent leak

Pass 7 Mar 2015 180,901 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 172,238 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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 6 Mar 2013 160,143 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 147,638 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 131,696 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 107,032 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 81,984 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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OE55 NKN is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OE55 NKN, 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 OE55 NKN registered?

OE55 NKN is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is OE55 NKN safe to buy?

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