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SH05 XZM

2005 BMW 520

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,715 mi
Last recorded110,715 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 XZM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 110,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 104,125 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 93,470 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 88,958 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 83,205 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 78,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 73,742 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 65,444 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 54,650 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

front number plate slight dirty

spare wheel missing

Pass 2 Aug 2008 42,375 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 42,371 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SH05 XZM is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SH05 XZM, 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 SH05 XZM?

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What year was SH05 XZM registered?

SH05 XZM is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is SH05 XZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 XZM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH05 XZM have outstanding finance?

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