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EJ55 LPO

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

204,755 mi
Last recorded204,755 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 LPO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2023 204,755 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 191,724 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 176,195 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 165,036 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 155,238 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded All the way to the front (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 150,783 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 145,588 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 133,590 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 120,994 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 105,506 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 87,322 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 68,219 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 52,498 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 45,296 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 38,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to near side front tyre sidewall

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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EJ55 LPO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EJ55 LPO, 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 EJ55 LPO registered?

EJ55 LPO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is EJ55 LPO safe to buy?

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