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FP55 XCU

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

125,997 mi
Last recorded125,997 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 XCU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 125,997 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 125,946 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 121,225 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2022 121,027 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 115,573 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 112,716 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2020 112,715 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 109,144 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 105,590 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 105,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 101,863 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 101,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 97,967 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 97,967 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 95,032 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 91,473 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 85,709 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2013 85,706 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 80,150 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2011 71,757 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2011 71,757 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 67,078 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 58,629 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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FP55 XCU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FP55 XCU, 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 FP55 XCU registered?

FP55 XCU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is FP55 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 XCU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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