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SH55 XNG

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

165,779 mi
Last recorded165,779 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 XNG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 165,779 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 158,709 miles

Nearside 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))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 151,295 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 148,174 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 144,157 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 129,596 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 122,044 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear both brake hoses starting to crack

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 122,034 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side low (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (1.1.3 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut tyre side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear both brake hoses starting to crack

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 112,091 miles

Nearside Front deep cut tyre side wall

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to crack (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake pipe corroding difficult to assess due to access

Offside parking brake low for vehicle

under body covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 103,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing uneven and deep cuts in side wall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing uneven (4.1.E.1)

under body covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2015 95,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cut in side wall and tread

offside front tyre cut in side wall

Pass 11 Jul 2014 84,506 miles

brake discs slightly worn

near side front tyre sidewall slightly damaged

Pass 20 Jul 2013 78,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cuts in side wall

Fail 19 Jul 2013 78,268 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cuts in side wall

Pass 20 Jul 2012 71,241 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jul 2012 71,234 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 63,400 miles

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

Tray fitted nuder vehicle restricting inspection.

Fail 29 Jul 2011 63,400 miles

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

Tray fitted nuder vehicle restricting inspection.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 52,968 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 52,968 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 42,673 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,671 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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SH55 XNG is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 SH55 XNG, 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 SH55 XNG registered?

SH55 XNG is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is SH55 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 XNG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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