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SB55 AVV

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

237,624 mi
Last recorded237,624 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 AVV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 237,624 miles

Underside of vehicle has age related corrosion

Pass 7 Nov 2024 235,544 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 228,352 miles

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

Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 9 Nov 2022 216,798 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 203,112 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 185,668 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Oct 2020 185,666 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Oct 2019 167,119 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 144,570 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 133,728 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 133,728 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 123,176 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 112,601 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 112,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 105,543 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 101,574 miles

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

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

offside front suspension strut slight leak

Pass 18 Mar 2013 88,541 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 76,035 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 76,035 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 63,274 miles

Front brake discs worn

Winter Non run flat tyres fitted

Fail 14 Mar 2011 63,274 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake discs worn

Winter Non run flat tyres fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2010 52,864 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 52,807 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 37,721 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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SB55 AVV is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver 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 SB55 AVV, 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 SB55 AVV registered?

SB55 AVV is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SB55 AVV safe to buy?

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