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CP55 KGG

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

145,224 mi
Last recorded145,224 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 KGG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 145,224 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 145,224 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 143,802 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 142,443 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 140,936 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 138,985 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 137,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 132,890 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 130,618 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 127,315 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 122,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2013 117,406 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2013 117,406 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 101,635 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 101,634 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 95,776 miles

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

advise tracking

Pass 10 Mar 2011 86,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower engine/sill/body/covers fitted

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2010 76,803 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 65,633 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 60,197 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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CP55 KGG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CP55 KGG, 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 CP55 KGG registered?

CP55 KGG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CP55 KGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 KGG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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