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NL55 UHD

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

175,373 mi
Last recorded175,373 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 UHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 175,373 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2025 156,559 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 156,557 miles

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 136,490 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 117,004 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 96,842 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2022 96,815 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 89,314 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 86,394 miles

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

undercovers and sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2019 82,482 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 79,572 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 78,089 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 74,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 71,169 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 64,949 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 59,048 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 56,240 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 53,961 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 51,061 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 46,376 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 39,482 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 39,161 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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NL55 UHD is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NL55 UHD, 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 NL55 UHD registered?

NL55 UHD is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NL55 UHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 UHD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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