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OV65 VEB

2015 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,000 mi
Last recorded62,000 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV65 VEB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 62,000 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 58,111 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 52,987 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 12 Jul 2022 48,406 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Jul 2021 43,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 41,431 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 30 Jul 2019 36,598 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 Aug 2018 27,351 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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OV65 VEB is a 2015 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2015 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 71,270 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 OV65 VEB, 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 11 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV65 VEB?

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What year was OV65 VEB registered?

OV65 VEB is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2015.

Is OV65 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV65 VEB 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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