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MW55 DVH

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,287 mi
Last recorded162,287 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 DVH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 162,287 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 150,654 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 141,631 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 141,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 130,752 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 126,950 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 126,950 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2020 123,867 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2019 121,541 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 118,443 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 108,652 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 103,269 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 103,240 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 94,469 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 87,386 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 85,445 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 77,250 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 66,621 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 59,452 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2009 53,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 53,432 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 45,890 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MW55 DVH is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MW55 DVH, 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 MW55 DVH registered?

MW55 DVH is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is MW55 DVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 DVH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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