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OY55 FWT

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,503 mi
Last recorded115,503 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 FWT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2019 115,503 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 107,761 miles

headlamp lenses tarnished

Pass 5 Jul 2017 103,322 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 95,214 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 86,068 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 77,103 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 67,869 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 59,300 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 52,406 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 47,129 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,405 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 30,088 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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OY55 FWT is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OY55 FWT, 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 OY55 FWT registered?

OY55 FWT is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is OY55 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY55 FWT shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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