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HK55 FTZ

2005 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,616 mi
Last recorded111,616 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 FTZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 111,616 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 111,616 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2025 106,321 miles

slight play in o/s/f tie rod

Pass 31 May 2024 105,102 miles

front tyres worn on the edges

play in o/s/f steering tie rod/rack

Pass 17 Mar 2023 103,330 miles

play in o/s tie rod/rack

Pass 18 Mar 2022 101,064 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 98,379 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 255/50R17 run flat goodyear eagle NCT5 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

TPMS fault

Fail 25 Feb 2021 98,379 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords visible on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 255/50R17 run flat goodyear eagle NCT5 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

TPMS fault

Pass 9 Jan 2020 95,587 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front brakes worn inner pads close to inner lip on disc

Fail 6 Jan 2020 95,587 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front brakes worn inner pads close to inner lip on disc

Pass 23 Oct 2018 88,821 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 85,955 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 82,028 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 77,293 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 73,019 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 63,813 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Oct 2012 56,258 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 49,080 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 40,730 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 30,964 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 23,274 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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HK55 FTZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HK55 FTZ, 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 FTZ registered?

HK55 FTZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is HK55 FTZ safe to buy?

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