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S700 TJK

2005 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

91,374 mi
Last recorded91,374 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS700 TJK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 91,374 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 77,561 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 76,203 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 76,203 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 72,739 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 68,618 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 68,617 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 67,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 66,486 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 66,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2017 63,798 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 61,531 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 61,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2015 59,025 miles

ALL OUTER SIDEWALLS OF ALL TYRES DAMAGED

Pass 27 Sep 2014 57,175 miles

ALL FOUR ROAD WEELS ARE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED ON OUTSODES

ALL FOUR TYRES HAS CUTS ON OUTSIDE WALLS BUT NOT SHOWING CORDES

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Sep 2014 57,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

ALL FOUR ROAD WEELS ARE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED ON OUTSODES

ALL FOUR TYRES HAS CUTS ON OUTSIDE WALLS BUT NOT SHOWING CORDES

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 54,410 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 50,968 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 48,459 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 48,459 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 45,030 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 41,522 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 39,277 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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S700 TJK is a 2005 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 112,763 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 S700 TJK, 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 S700 TJK registered?

S700 TJK is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is S700 TJK safe to buy?

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