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AV05 HYU

2005 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

139,561 mi
Last recorded139,561 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 HYU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 139,561 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 136,859 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 134,466 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 129,420 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 124,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 124,327 miles

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted rear and side glasses ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 121,896 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 121,896 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2014 118,430 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 108,322 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 105,692 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 105,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 100,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front brake discs worn lipped

Pass 7 Jun 2010 90,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

aux belt worn/cracking

Fail 4 Jun 2010 90,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

aux belt worn/cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2009 83,130 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 74,283 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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AV05 HYU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 AV05 HYU, 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 AV05 HYU registered?

AV05 HYU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AV05 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 HYU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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