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SO66 FSP

2017 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,579 mi
Last recorded96,579 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO66 FSP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 96,579 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 83,573 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 76,929 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 76,929 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 60,760 miles

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

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

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Oct 2023 60,760 miles

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

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

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

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2022 46,716 miles

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2021 33,295 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Outer sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2020 16,378 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))

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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SO66 FSP is a 2017 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SO66 FSP, 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

How do I check the history of SO66 FSP?

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What year was SO66 FSP registered?

SO66 FSP is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 28 February 2017.

Is SO66 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO66 FSP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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