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SD55 JXH

2005 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

205,032 mi
Last recorded205,032 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 JXH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 205,032 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 13 Apr 2019 205,032 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Feb 2018 199,054 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 199,054 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Pass 24 Dec 2016 197,609 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2016 197,609 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 193,659 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 184,616 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 174,432 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 162,593 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 152,083 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 138,042 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 122,258 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 85,363 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 85,363 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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SD55 JXH is a 2005 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD55 JXH, 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.

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What year was SD55 JXH registered?

SD55 JXH is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 19 October 2005.

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The MOT history for SD55 JXH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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