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YP55 KSX

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

170,262 mi
Last recorded170,262 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 KSX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2024 170,262 miles

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))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 164,380 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2023 164,380 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 157,177 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 157,173 miles

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))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 150,113 miles

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))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 142,786 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

sill covers fitted

under floor covers fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2020 142,786 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 134,408 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 125,559 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 119,516 miles

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)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 110,501 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 102,005 miles

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)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 100,416 miles

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)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 100,096 miles

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)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 89,288 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,047 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 71,572 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 63,333 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 63,326 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 49,886 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 49,886 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 36,905 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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