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SA05 HRM

2005 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,059 mi
Last recorded156,059 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 HRM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 156,059 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 147,768 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 131,699 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 113,570 miles

airbag warning light on

Pass 31 Jan 2012 109,511 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 102,300 miles

offside rear tyre slight sidewall damaged

Pass 28 Jan 2010 87,207 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 69,582 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 56,472 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 56,472 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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SA05 HRM is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SA05 HRM, 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 SA05 HRM?

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What year was SA05 HRM registered?

SA05 HRM is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is SA05 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA05 HRM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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