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YF55 UTT

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,469 mi
Last recorded123,469 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 UTT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 123,469 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2014 120,094 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakepipes at rear on both sides slightly corroded.

Pass 24 Dec 2013 115,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Dec 2012 105,680 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 103,454 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 103,454 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 100,665 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 10 Nov 2009 77,196 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 55,246 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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YF55 UTT is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YF55 UTT, 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 YF55 UTT registered?

YF55 UTT is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is YF55 UTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 UTT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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