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KW55 WKB

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

142,897 mi
Last recorded142,897 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 WKB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 142,897 miles

Front bumper damage, advise attention

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded advise replacement (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output advise attention (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges of tread pattern, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across tread pattern, advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded advise replacement (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges of tread pattern, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output advise attention (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across tread pattern, advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view advise replacement of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 142,848 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 137,095 miles

Brake pad warning message displayed

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2024 129,188 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 122,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 118,180 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 112,348 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 104,505 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 97,245 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 87,541 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 87,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2016 78,918 miles

N/S/F Brake Pipe Corroded

N/S/R Tyre Worn Close to Legal Limit

Fail 30 Jun 2016 78,904 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner Vented Discs have Worn Low / Thin (3.5.1i)

N/S/F Brake Pipe Corroded

N/S/R Tyre Worn Close to Legal Limit

Pass 25 Jun 2015 76,140 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 69,303 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 64,697 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 56,612 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 46,669 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 37,968 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 2 Jun 2009 27,299 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 27,258 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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KW55 WKB is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KW55 WKB, 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 KW55 WKB registered?

KW55 WKB is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is KW55 WKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW55 WKB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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