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VE55 UXC

2005 BMW 520

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,943 mi
Last recorded166,943 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 UXC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2021 166,943 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 165,478 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 160,799 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 154,626 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

parking brake efficiency just met requirements

Pass 3 Oct 2015 140,750 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2014 129,767 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 119,864 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f steering arm has slight play

Pass 1 May 2012 115,267 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 83,542 miles

o/s front brake discs slightly worn thin

Pass 25 Nov 2009 75,306 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 65,068 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 49,053 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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VE55 UXC is a 2005 BMW 520 in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UXC, 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

How do I check the history of VE55 UXC?

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What year was VE55 UXC registered?

VE55 UXC is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is VE55 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 UXC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE55 UXC have outstanding finance?

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