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AV55 YCW

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

236,182 mi
Last recorded236,182 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 YCW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 236,182 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 227,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 206,417 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 206,416 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 182,507 miles

EML on.

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 161,009 miles

EML on. Headlamps cloudy. Crack in passenger side windscreen.

Pass 9 Nov 2015 137,385 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 137,385 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 117,846 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 89,376 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 67,453 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 55,441 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 53,159 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 41,464 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 31,493 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AV55 YCW is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 108,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV55 YCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV55 YCW registered?

AV55 YCW is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is AV55 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 YCW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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