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VU55 AXB

2005 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

227,228 mi
Last recorded227,228 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 AXB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 227,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 227,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 216,290 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear reflector damaged

rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2018 195,114 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 181,093 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Dec 2017 181,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated reinforcement cord exposed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated reinforcement cord exposed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise change asap (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 164,798 miles

full engine bay and under vehicle covers fitted.

Pass 8 Jan 2016 149,505 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside rear outer cv boot deteriorated

Pass 11 Dec 2014 138,857 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 123,902 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 122,196 miles

Both rear brake hoses starting to perish

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Slight play in offside steering arm inner joint

Pass 3 Nov 2012 106,952 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 90,502 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 68,941 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 48,377 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 42,975 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 41,057 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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VU55 AXB is a 2005 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VU55 AXB, 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 VU55 AXB registered?

VU55 AXB is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is VU55 AXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU55 AXB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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