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WM05 LYS

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,041 mi
Last recorded135,041 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 LYS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 135,041 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 130,974 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both side front brake disc backplates corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2015 126,157 miles

Front brake hoses perrishing

Pass 13 Aug 2014 119,181 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyre walls cracking on inside edge

Pass 23 Aug 2013 113,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 108,679 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

frot brake hoses slight perrished

Pass 8 Sep 2011 102,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

rear brake pads low

Pass 26 Aug 2010 95,571 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 86,831 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 76,956 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 76,953 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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WM05 LYS is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey 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 WM05 LYS, 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 WM05 LYS registered?

WM05 LYS is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is WM05 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 LYS 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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