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RY55 ODC

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,036 mi
Last recorded201,036 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 ODC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 201,036 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 197,619 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 189,346 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 189,299 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 189,227 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 177,017 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 159,847 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 136,951 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 121,054 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 178,518 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 175,551 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 170,965 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2016 170,965 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 166,149 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2016 166,149 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 162,020 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 159,881 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 157,914 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 157,914 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 156,181 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 154,336 miles

offside front brake disc slightly scored

Pass 8 Jan 2010 92,784 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2010 92,784 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 90,511 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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RY55 ODC is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ODC, 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 RY55 ODC registered?

RY55 ODC is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is RY55 ODC safe to buy?

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