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KV55 CUJ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

232,105 mi
Last recorded232,105 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 CUJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 232,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 194,092 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2019 194,092 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2018 194,002 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 180,239 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 180,239 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 160,126 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 154,575 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 145,770 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2010 129,597 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 112,784 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 112,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 87,416 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 86,787 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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KV55 CUJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KV55 CUJ, 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

How do I check the history of KV55 CUJ?

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What year was KV55 CUJ registered?

KV55 CUJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is KV55 CUJ safe to buy?

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