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YF55 XTU

2005 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,555 mi
Last recorded135,555 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 XTU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 135,555 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 135,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ON OUTER OUTER WALL. (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 122,162 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2015 113,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 99,998 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

n/s/f tyre wearing low void of tread on inner edge

rear chassis sections corroded around subframe mounts

Pass 7 Mar 2013 87,409 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing the adult belt to be fully checked

Pass 7 Oct 2011 70,123 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 52,876 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 35,511 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 XTU is a 2005 BMW 520 in Blue 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 XTU, 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 XTU registered?

YF55 XTU is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is YF55 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 XTU 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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