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BN55 FPV

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,953 mi
Last recorded137,953 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 FPV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 137,953 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 132,167 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 129,195 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 122,183 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 116,057 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 111,803 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 108,048 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 103,266 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 96,425 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 93,144 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 93,142 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 84,947 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 78,434 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 72,534 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Feb 2014 72,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2013 65,667 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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

air bag & seatbelt lamp staying on dash

Pass 22 Feb 2013 65,667 miles

Oil leak

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

air bag & seatbelt lamp staying on dash

Pass 21 Jan 2012 56,705 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 48,930 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 40,557 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 28,770 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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BN55 FPV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN55 FPV, 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

How do I check the history of BN55 FPV?

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What year was BN55 FPV registered?

BN55 FPV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 FPV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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