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YK55 HHX

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

213,538 mi
Last recorded213,538 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 HHX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 213,538 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 210,732 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 201,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 194,486 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 177,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 177,711 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 158,115 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2012 140,514 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 119,955 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 99,942 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 79,307 miles

o/s/front jacking plug missing

Pass 9 Sep 2008 60,560 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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YK55 HHX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YK55 HHX, 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 YK55 HHX registered?

YK55 HHX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is YK55 HHX safe to buy?

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