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YH55 PGU

2005 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,678 mi
Last recorded139,678 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 PGU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 139,678 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 131,630 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over axel (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 110,045 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 110,042 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 104,223 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 92,627 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 92,627 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 80,897 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 80,830 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 73,405 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 73,404 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2011 66,233 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 66,220 miles

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

both rear tyres have a lowest tread of 2mm and have uneven wear

Pass 16 Mar 2010 59,245 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 86,374 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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YH55 PGU is a 2005 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YH55 PGU, 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 YH55 PGU registered?

YH55 PGU is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is YH55 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH55 PGU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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