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RE05 YMA

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

215,880 mi
Last recorded215,880 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 YMA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 215,880 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 208,629 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 202,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 190,736 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 180,046 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 166,619 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 156,281 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 156,281 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2014 143,389 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 124,556 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 114,078 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 103,764 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 87,053 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 78,208 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 70,599 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 65,615 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 59,949 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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RE05 YMA is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RE05 YMA, 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 RE05 YMA registered?

RE05 YMA is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is RE05 YMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 YMA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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