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CE55 XUM

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,673 mi
Last recorded139,673 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 XUM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 139,673 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 127,686 miles

Rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Rear suspension arm (front) bushes starting to deteriorate both sides

Pass 6 Nov 2015 121,486 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 112,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 105,851 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyres wearing edges

Pass 7 Feb 2014 103,709 miles

n/s/r tyre on limit. screw in n/s/f tyre. sheilds fitted under vehicle.

Pass 4 Jan 2013 91,402 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 76,159 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 76,159 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 7 Sep 2010 64,208 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 52,194 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 37,675 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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CE55 XUM is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CE55 XUM, 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 CE55 XUM registered?

CE55 XUM is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is CE55 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 XUM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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