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DE55 NFR

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

200,683 mi
Last recorded200,683 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 NFR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 200,683 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 119,592 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 113,889 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 113,889 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 106,051 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2021 106,028 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded LEADING TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded LEADING TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 102,730 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 97,896 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 92,113 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 87,495 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 79,274 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 69,984 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 60,388 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 52,623 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2013 52,623 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 46,391 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,598 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 35,455 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 31,821 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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DE55 NFR is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DE55 NFR, 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 DE55 NFR registered?

DE55 NFR is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is DE55 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 NFR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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