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HK55 AYV

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

331,761 mi
Last recorded331,761 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 AYV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2024 331,761 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 299,273 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 298,490 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 260,869 miles
Fail 30 May 2021 259,244 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 236,654 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 220,939 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 135,297 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 120,332 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 103,054 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 82,989 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 82,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 65,705 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 65,704 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 46,945 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 46,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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HK55 AYV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black 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 HK55 AYV, 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 HK55 AYV registered?

HK55 AYV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is HK55 AYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK55 AYV 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.

Does HK55 AYV have outstanding finance?

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