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EO55 NBL

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,968 mi
Last recorded148,968 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 NBL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 148,968 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 140,131 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 127,642 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 179,747 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 136,921 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

full engine and chassis covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2010 91,823 miles

full engine and chassis covers fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2010 91,822 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

full engine and chassis covers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,943 miles

long travel on park brake

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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EO55 NBL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EO55 NBL, 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 EO55 NBL registered?

EO55 NBL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is EO55 NBL safe to buy?

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