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VE55 ZFY

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,945 mi
Last recorded165,945 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 ZFY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 165,945 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 165,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 159,569 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 21 Jan 2020 149,998 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2018 146,361 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Rear C.V joint has small split but still prevents ingress of dirt

Fail 10 Dec 2018 146,361 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Rear C.V joint has small split but still prevents ingress of dirt

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 135,902 miles

LOW EMISSIONS.NO PRINT OUT.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm.and has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm.and has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Dec 2017 135,902 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

LOW EMISSIONS.NO PRINT OUT.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm.and has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm.and has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 118,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 84,599 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 71,369 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 66,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 13 Dec 2013 66,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 20 Dec 2012 61,174 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 55,010 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 48,581 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Jan 2010 42,962 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 38,480 miles

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

front discs under limit

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 ZFY is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZFY, 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 ZFY registered?

VE55 ZFY is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is VE55 ZFY safe to buy?

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