Yes, AJ55 AAO is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 July 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for AJ55 AAO?

The MOT for AJ55 AAO is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of AJ55 AAO?

The recorded mileage for AJ55 AAO is 163,339 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AJ55 AAO ULEZ compliant?

No, AJ55 AAO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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Road Tax Paid

2005 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · AJ55 AAO

AJ55 AAO

2005 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18/10/2005. Recorded mileage 163,339 miles. MOT valid until 16/05/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2005 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 16/05/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 163,339 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 16/05/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/07/2027

Mileage: 163,339 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1995cc

Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status following a pass at 160,783 miles on 27 September 2024, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test recorded no defects, and prior passes in 2023 and 2022 likewise showed clean outcomes. No worsening mechanical pattern emerges from the official data. Mileage stands at 160,783 against a 21-year lifespan, equating to roughly 7,656 miles per year which is typical for the age. The record shows 157,470 miles at the July 2023 test, rising to 152,911 by April 2022, reflecting steady annual use with no abrupt accumulation. Two failed tests on 18 September 2024 and 4 April 2022 list no defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues rather than recorded mechanical faults. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and subframe corrosion given the vehicle's age and mileage. The clean MOT advisories do not rule out wear invisible to the test lane. Verify the reason for the two no-defect failures, as repeated presentation without logged faults suggests poor seller preparation rather than sound upkeep.

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AJ55 AAO Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
163,339 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (23 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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AJ55 AAO Mileage History

01/11/200835,878 mi
04/11/200835,878 mi
07/10/200941,976 mi+6,098 mi
11/10/201049,730 mi+7,754 mi
21/11/201160,579 mi+10,849 mi
21/11/201160,579 mi
13/11/201271,343 mi+10,764 mi
31/10/201379,908 mi+8,565 mi
30/12/201490,853 mi+10,945 mi
05/01/201590,853 mi
04/01/2016101,007 mi+10,154 mi
04/01/2016101,007 mi
12/12/2016108,023 mi+7,016 mi
12/12/2016108,023 mi
13/03/2018119,056 mi+11,033 mi
20/03/2018119,056 mi
13/03/2019122,552 mi+3,496 mi
13/03/2020138,563 mi+16,011 mi
23/03/2020138,564 mi+1 mi
08/04/2021142,015 mi+3,451 mi
04/04/2022152,909 mi+10,894 mi
05/04/2022152,911 mi+2 mi
05/07/2023157,470 mi+4,559 mi
18/09/2024160,779 mi+3,309 mi
27/09/2024160,783 mi+4 mi
30/04/2026163,133 mi+2,350 mi
18/05/2026163,339 mi+206 mi

Average of roughly 7,266 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

AJ55 AAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 06:36

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 520 (AJ55 AAO) between November 2008 and May 2026.

The record contains 17 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (23 issues), Lighting (20 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Windscreen (12 issues), Tyres (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 71 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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