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YF55 UMM

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,380 mi
Last recorded138,380 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 UMM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 138,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 122,137 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2016 113,376 miles

Offside Front Driving light not working

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 106,265 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 106,265 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 97,555 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 91,696 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 84,358 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall

Pass 28 Nov 2011 80,508 miles

damage both ns tyres,outter side wall

Fail 25 Nov 2011 80,508 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

damage both ns tyres,outter side wall

Pass 23 Nov 2010 75,797 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 59,909 miles

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

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

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

advise oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2008 45,469 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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YF55 UMM is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YF55 UMM, 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 YF55 UMM registered?

YF55 UMM is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is YF55 UMM safe to buy?

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