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SY55 WYH

2005 BMW 325

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,655 mi
Last recorded122,655 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 32570,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 WYH
MakeBMW
Model325
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 122,655 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023 122,631 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame likely to fail badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2022 119,414 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 119,414 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 117,471 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 115,428 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 112,902 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 108,101 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 103,721 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 98,408 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 92,594 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 86,668 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 78,158 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 68,638 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 63,096 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 55,203 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 46,527 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 38,148 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 38,148 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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SY55 WYH is a 2005 BMW 325 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 70,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY55 WYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 325 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY55 WYH registered?

SY55 WYH is a 2005 BMW 325, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is SY55 WYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY55 WYH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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