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EX55 LBE

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

139,651 mi
Last recorded139,651 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 LBE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 139,651 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens smeared (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 134,983 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 129,040 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2014 122,763 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Sep 2014 122,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2014 122,524 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres perished between tread

Pass 19 Sep 2013 186,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Sep 2012 108,176 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 108,176 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

both front tyres smooth on inner edges

Pass 31 Aug 2011 104,616 miles

both exterior mirrors slightly deteriorated

Fail 24 Aug 2011 104,613 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

both exterior mirrors slightly deteriorated

offside rear side light outer light not working

Pass 17 Sep 2010 91,041 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 90,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 70,466 miles

front registration plate backing peeling away

Fail 8 Sep 2009 70,465 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

front registration plate backing peeling away

Pass 18 Aug 2008 51,514 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

rear registration plate faded

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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EX55 LBE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX55 LBE, 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 EX55 LBE registered?

EX55 LBE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is EX55 LBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 LBE shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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