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OV55 WBU

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,223 mi
Last recorded152,223 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 WBU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2016 152,223 miles

smoke emissions too low for test equipment

Pass 8 Apr 2015 132,511 miles

smoke emissions too low for test equipment

Pass 11 Apr 2014 111,571 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 98,837 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 85,191 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 74,563 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 60,556 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 45,357 miles

nsf tyre at 3mm but wearing uneven on inner edge

osf tyre at 3mm but wearing uneven on the outer edge

undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection.

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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OV55 WBU is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV55 WBU, 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 OV55 WBU?

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What year was OV55 WBU registered?

OV55 WBU is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is OV55 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 WBU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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