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WN55 HTF

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

78,058 mi
Last recorded78,058 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN55 HTF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 78,058 miles

Front headlanp hazy

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 74,724 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 73,825 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 72,688 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 71,306 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 68,999 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 67,762 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 64,689 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 60,347 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 54,983 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 48,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 44,762 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,009 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 34,594 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 32,548 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 31,406 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 30,107 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,901 miles

wipers deteriorating

Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,436 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 18,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WN55 HTF is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WN55 HTF, 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 WN55 HTF registered?

WN55 HTF is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is WN55 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN55 HTF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WN55 HTF have outstanding finance?

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