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VF55 KXU

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

217,537 mi
Last recorded217,537 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 KXU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 217,537 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 338,719 miles

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

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 3 Nov 2015 201,680 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 308,283 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 288,379 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 165,797 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2011 151,163 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 134,242 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 115,529 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 85,665 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 85,665 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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VF55 KXU is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VF55 KXU, 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 VF55 KXU?

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What year was VF55 KXU registered?

VF55 KXU is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is VF55 KXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF55 KXU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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