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SJ55 CCE

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

175,429 mi
Last recorded175,429 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 CCE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 175,429 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 167,850 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 160,486 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 153,880 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))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 153,880 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2022 145,270 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 138,586 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes. next to flexie pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 135,770 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))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 128,922 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 122,967 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 113,766 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 106,008 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 95,727 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 87,112 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 76,649 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 63,857 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 53,610 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 44,609 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 38,832 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 38,832 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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SJ55 CCE is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SJ55 CCE, 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 SJ55 CCE registered?

SJ55 CCE is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is SJ55 CCE safe to buy?

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