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PN55 FPU

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

200,664 mi
Last recorded200,664 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 FPU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 200,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 193,086 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2020 182,640 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 175,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 169,284 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 169,284 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 162,490 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 155,782 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 151,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 144,857 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 137,038 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 128,464 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear hand brake effort has only just met the minimum requirements .

Pass 17 Sep 2011 116,288 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 104,409 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 96,156 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 74,060 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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PN55 FPU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PN55 FPU, 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 PN55 FPU registered?

PN55 FPU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is PN55 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN55 FPU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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