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MV55 UOL

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,626 mi
Last recorded92,626 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 UOL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 92,626 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 76,840 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 70,664 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brake pad sensor wire loose

Pass 2 Aug 2011 63,352 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 63,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 53,755 miles

Oil leak

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Fail 30 Jul 2010 53,754 miles

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

Oil leak

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 44,980 miles

run flat light on

Pass 1 Apr 2009 42,937 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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MV55 UOL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MV55 UOL, 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 MV55 UOL registered?

MV55 UOL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is MV55 UOL safe to buy?

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