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RA55 MYO

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,119 mi
Last recorded153,119 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 MYO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 153,119 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 153,108 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 126,304 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 89,386 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 62,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 54,401 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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RA55 MYO is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RA55 MYO, 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 RA55 MYO?

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What year was RA55 MYO registered?

RA55 MYO is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is RA55 MYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 MYO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA55 MYO have outstanding finance?

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