MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
170,262 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
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))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
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 both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
bonnet release cable / handle damaged / broke
brake pad wear warning light illuminated but all brake pads in a serviceable condition
engine oil level below minimum
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt not fully secured (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlight cover deteriorated / faded (4.1.2 (c))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
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 both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
bonnet release cable / handle damaged / broke
engine oil level below minimum
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
sill covers fitted
under floor covers fitted
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
sill covers fitted
under floor covers fitted
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and rusted (3.5.1i)
front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Brake warning light on pads low
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre inner edge wearing
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Tyre inner edge wearing
Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the BMW 525?
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YP55 KSX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 YP55 KSX, 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 YP55 KSX registered?
YP55 KSX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 October 2005.
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