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MT55 WRG

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,434 mi
Last recorded149,434 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 WRG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 149,434 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 148,801 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 148,801 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 146,731 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 146,731 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 143,018 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 128,536 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 123,515 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 119,419 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Nov 2015 115,683 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 111,663 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 111,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 105,082 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 98,207 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 90,483 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 79,110 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,862 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 41,126 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 41,123 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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MT55 WRG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MT55 WRG, 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 MT55 WRG registered?

MT55 WRG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is MT55 WRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 WRG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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