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LJ20 FPA

2020 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,286 mi
Last recorded31,286 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 52033,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ20 FPA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 31,286 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 27,379 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 26,332 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 26,332 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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LJ20 FPA is a 2020 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 33,997 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 LJ20 FPA, 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 6 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ20 FPA?

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What year was LJ20 FPA registered?

LJ20 FPA is a 2020 BMW 520, first registered on 21 August 2020.

Is LJ20 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ20 FPA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ20 FPA have outstanding finance?

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