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AV55 GTY

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 GTY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017
Fail 23 Nov 2017 239,835 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases turbo area (7.1.2)

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 224,728 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2015 195,812 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 177,873 miles

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)

slight play o/s steering rack

Pass 30 Nov 2013 160,742 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 160,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 142,440 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

offside front tyre wearinbg on edge

Fail 8 Dec 2012 142,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

offside front tyre wearinbg on edge

Pass 17 Dec 2011 127,276 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 112,701 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 87,182 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 56,778 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn inner edge

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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AV55 GTY is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AV55 GTY, 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 AV55 GTY registered?

AV55 GTY is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is AV55 GTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 GTY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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