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YA55 PVX

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

265,129 mi
Last recorded265,129 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA55 PVX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 265,129 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 257,471 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 257,471 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 251,412 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 244,344 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 236,014 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 226,521 miles

Front Corrosion on brake discs

Fail 2 Oct 2020 226,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Corrosion on brake discs

Pass 3 Sep 2019 214,738 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 214,738 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 200,010 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 187,558 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 173,120 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 158,383 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 158,383 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 144,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 132,817 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 122,998 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 122,998 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 92,926 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 78,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low 2.5mm

front tyres low on tread 2.5/3.0mm

rear brake pads worn

Pass 4 Dec 2008 78,205 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low 2.5mm

front tyres low on tread 2.5/3.0mm

rear brake pads worn

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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YA55 PVX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YA55 PVX, 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 YA55 PVX registered?

YA55 PVX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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