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EX55 LBN

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

111,411 mi
Last recorded111,411 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 LBN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 111,411 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2024 104,423 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 98,310 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 92,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 87,727 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 82,842 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 78,133 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 78,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 66,056 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 54,866 miles

SERVICE?-CHECK VEHCILCRE RECORDS====245/45/17 X 4////PLASTIC COVERS X 3==

Pass 23 Sep 2016 44,130 miles

2 X F/B/DISCS SCAGGY-PODOT-MONITOR

225/50/17 X 4

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Pass 2 Oct 2015 37,089 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 34,362 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 32,482 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,485 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 28,302 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 26,292 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 24,087 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 20,615 miles

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

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 LBN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EX55 LBN, 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

How do I check the history of EX55 LBN?

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What year was EX55 LBN registered?

EX55 LBN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is EX55 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 LBN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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