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K155 ETL

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,707 mi
Last recorded129,707 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 ETL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 129,707 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 129,707 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 127,398 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 121,429 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 114,111 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 107,160 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 100,000 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 95,112 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 91,407 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 91,294 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 66,398 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 57,876 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 57,876 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 55,608 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 42,598 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 42,598 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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K155 ETL 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 81.3%.

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 K155 ETL, 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 K155 ETL registered?

K155 ETL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is K155 ETL safe to buy?

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