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YH55 RSY

2005 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

223,114 mi
Last recorded223,114 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 520112,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 RSY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 223,114 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2015 126,633 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 126,619 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 120,184 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 110,192 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 101,415 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 89,664 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 89,664 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 77,699 miles

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

o/s rear seatbelt twisted

Fail 10 Jan 2011 77,699 miles

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

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

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)

o/s rear seatbelt twisted

Pass 22 Jan 2010 64,527 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 51,262 miles

tyres of different tread pattern on rear axle.

Pass 28 Jan 2008 39,500 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 RSY is a 2005 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YH55 RSY, 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 RSY registered?

YH55 RSY is a 2005 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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