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YC55 VYE

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,000 mi
Last recorded153,000 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VYE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 153,000 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 142,356 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 132,666 miles

Covers fitted under bonnet.

Fail 20 Oct 2015 132,666 miles

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

Covers fitted under bonnet.

Pass 20 Oct 2014 119,596 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 107,473 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 94,988 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 80,617 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 65,079 miles

front no plate poor condition

Pass 21 Oct 2009 51,069 miles

front no. plate slight damage

nearside rear tyre approaching wear bars

Pass 2 Oct 2008 35,027 miles

offside front brake disc scored

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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YC55 VYE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC55 VYE, 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 YC55 VYE?

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What year was YC55 VYE registered?

YC55 VYE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is YC55 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 VYE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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