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WD55 BYF

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,391 mi
Last recorded146,391 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 BYF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 146,391 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 146,316 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid x2 (8.2.3)

Offside Front Inner Road wheel cracked x2 (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Front both front tyres outer wall cut but not showing cords

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 135,382 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

emissions 0.00

Pass 25 Apr 2013 118,859 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 100,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 76,829 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 51,923 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,736 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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WD55 BYF is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WD55 BYF, 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 WD55 BYF registered?

WD55 BYF is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is WD55 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 BYF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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