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XGZ 2731

2005 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,410 mi
Last recorded88,410 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGZ 2731
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 88,410 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 75,447 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 73,336 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 69,105 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 69,105 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 65,929 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 61,455 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 61,455 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 59,921 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Jan 2019 58,329 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 56,483 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 53,874 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 51,157 miles

Nearside Front tyre thread perishing

Offside Front tyre thread perishing

Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,474 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 44,679 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 41,206 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has slight damage on inner tread

Pass 30 Dec 2011 37,701 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 34,687 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 34,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 29,418 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING ON INSIDE

Pass 20 Jan 2009 23,538 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edges.

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit on inner edge.

stonechip in screen within 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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XGZ 2731 is a 2005 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XGZ 2731, 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 XGZ 2731?

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What year was XGZ 2731 registered?

XGZ 2731 is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is XGZ 2731 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGZ 2731 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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