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HN55 XJM

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,072 mi
Last recorded148,072 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 XJM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012 148,072 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 148,072 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 137,863 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 137,848 miles

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

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 125,467 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 111,968 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 93,968 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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HN55 XJM is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HN55 XJM, 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 HN55 XJM registered?

HN55 XJM is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is HN55 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 XJM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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