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SM66 XDJ

2017 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,719 mi
Last recorded81,719 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM66 XDJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 81,719 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 12 May 2025 74,717 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 74,586 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 70,252 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 64,876 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 64,876 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 19 May 2022 60,339 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 60,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2021 55,095 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 51,246 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 51,244 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 46,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both disc are lipped with corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Both rear tyres feathering on inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner face corroded & outer face lip corroded (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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SM66 XDJ is a 2017 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SM66 XDJ, 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 SM66 XDJ registered?

SM66 XDJ is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 28 February 2017.

Is SM66 XDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM66 XDJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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