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PX55 GVW

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

187,761 mi
Last recorded187,761 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 GVW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 187,761 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 185,459 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 185,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 183,099 miles

bonnet struts very weak

Pass 6 Aug 2021 180,735 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 179,615 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 175,568 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 175,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 170,008 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 163,917 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 152,778 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 141,407 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 132,198 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 126,108 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 116,682 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 95,295 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 95,295 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 72,722 miles

Cut in N/S/R side wall on tyre no cord showing

Slight corrossion on rear antiroll bar

Slight play in O/S/R lower suspension joint

Pass 6 Aug 2009 61,772 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 61,772 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 51,840 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 51,840 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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PX55 GVW is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black 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 PX55 GVW, 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

How do I check the history of PX55 GVW?

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What year was PX55 GVW registered?

PX55 GVW is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is PX55 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX55 GVW 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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