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KW55 WRJ

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,358 mi
Last recorded125,358 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 WRJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 125,358 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear control arm bush slight play

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 125,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear control arm bush slight play

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 109,003 miles

under tray and engine cover fited.

Pass 4 Mar 2024 105,209 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 101,144 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 97,511 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 90,603 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 90,603 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 83,292 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 83,292 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 78,348 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 73,437 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 68,039 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 63,700 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 59,500 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 55,540 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 53,348 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 48,700 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 45,010 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 41,800 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 35,324 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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KW55 WRJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey 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 KW55 WRJ, 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 WRJ registered?

KW55 WRJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is KW55 WRJ safe to buy?

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