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YE55 XGH

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,788 mi
Last recorded116,788 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 XGH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 116,788 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 111,315 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 111,315 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 101,146 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 97,574 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edges ...

Pass 11 Jul 2017 94,238 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 87,320 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 78,806 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 74,852 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 72,929 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 69,185 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 65,726 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 61,480 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 58,904 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 52,264 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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YE55 XGH is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YE55 XGH, 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.

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What year was YE55 XGH registered?

YE55 XGH is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is YE55 XGH safe to buy?

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