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VE55 LNV

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,840 mi
Last recorded131,840 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 LNV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 131,840 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 127,133 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front both (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 127,133 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt osf (2.4.G.2)

Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment front both (2.5.A.1c)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front both (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 123,299 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 119,232 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 119,232 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 108,955 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 104,867 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 96,472 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 89,435 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 77,777 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 77,777 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VE55 LNV is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE55 LNV, 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 VE55 LNV registered?

VE55 LNV is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is VE55 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 LNV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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