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RK55 ZNE

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,619 mi
Last recorded43,619 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 ZNE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2016 43,619 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 41,176 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 40,356 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 37,800 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)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 34,471 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions too lean to register

Pass 16 Dec 2011 31,668 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 27,542 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,307 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,718 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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RK55 ZNE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 RK55 ZNE, 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 RK55 ZNE registered?

RK55 ZNE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is RK55 ZNE safe to buy?

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