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RY55 KCJ

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

154,504 mi
Last recorded154,504 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 KCJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 154,504 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 152,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 150,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 147,382 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 144,067 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 144,067 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 140,961 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 139,272 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2019 135,733 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 129,532 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 116,240 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 105,123 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 97,387 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 90,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 79,773 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 64,188 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 54,934 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 35,535 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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RY55 KCJ is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RY55 KCJ, 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 RY55 KCJ?

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What year was RY55 KCJ registered?

RY55 KCJ is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is RY55 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 KCJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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