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SL17 DXX

2017 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,097 mi
Last recorded91,097 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL17 DXX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 91,097 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 85,352 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 81,842 miles

Nearside Rear 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 10 May 2023 75,585 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 68,071 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 58,856 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake disc back plate slightly insecure

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components

Pass 14 Sep 2020 58,152 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 58,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both disc are heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre 2mm & worn on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm & worn on inner egde (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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SL17 DXX is a 2017 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 59,488 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 SL17 DXX, 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 9 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL17 DXX registered?

SL17 DXX is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is SL17 DXX safe to buy?

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