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AP05 GCZ

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,740 mi
Last recorded61,740 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 GCZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 61,740 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 61,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 51,791 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 42,943 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 35,962 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 35,962 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 26,330 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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AP05 GCZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP05 GCZ, 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 AP05 GCZ registered?

AP05 GCZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is AP05 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 GCZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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