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DU55 ZXK

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

174,725 mi
Last recorded174,725 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 ZXK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 174,725 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 150,652 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake performance requirements only just met at 16%

Pass 21 May 2018 122,307 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 110,817 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 100,658 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 93,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 86,906 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2013 78,012 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 65,005 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 65,005 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 56,631 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 48,138 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,148 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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DU55 ZXK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DU55 ZXK, 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 DU55 ZXK registered?

DU55 ZXK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is DU55 ZXK safe to buy?

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