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R8 OKC

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,241 mi
Last recorded214,241 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 OKC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2023 214,241 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 210,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 200,474 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 188,976 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Nov 2018 180,404 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 168,081 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 157,659 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 149,320 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 141,955 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 133,477 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 125,885 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 117,063 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 107,576 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 95,203 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 82,130 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)

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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R8 OKC is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R8 OKC, 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 R8 OKC registered?

R8 OKC is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is R8 OKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 OKC shows 15 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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