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LV55 TXA

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,450 mi
Last recorded91,450 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 TXA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 91,450 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 83,546 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 78,729 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 78,683 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 73,467 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 73,448 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect Crack on welded repair (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 68,299 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 68,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 62,839 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 62,833 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Right hand runner lock not releasing (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 55,766 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2014 50,050 miles

n/s/r alluminium wheel has had repair to inner bead rim

Fail 10 Oct 2014 50,006 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r alluminium wheel has had repair to inner bead rim

Pass 23 Oct 2013 42,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r tyre gouge on outer wall

Fail 21 Oct 2013 42,426 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre cracking inner wall

o/s/r tyre gouge on outer wall

Pass 22 Oct 2012 35,719 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 27,890 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 22,750 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 17,057 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 15,728 miles

wipers slightly smeary

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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LV55 TXA is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LV55 TXA, 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 LV55 TXA registered?

LV55 TXA is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is LV55 TXA safe to buy?

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