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AX05 ODS

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

175,715 mi
Last recorded175,715 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 ODS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 175,715 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective os & ns (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured os & ns (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

osr & nsr brake hoses slightly perrished

part of third brake light not working

Pass 20 Oct 2017 171,377 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced os & ns (1.7.5a)

osr & osf tyres worn on inner edges

part of third brake light not working

Fail 20 Oct 2017 171,377 miles

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced os & ns (1.7.5a)

osr & osf tyres worn on inner edges

part of third brake light not working

Pass 12 Sep 2016 169,298 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 169,298 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 141,164 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 111,812 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 86,573 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 86,570 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 58,393 miles

Both front tyres wsearing on inner edge

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 53,532 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 53,532 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 46,043 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 39,133 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Nov 2008 30,109 miles

front brake pads getting low

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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AX05 ODS is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AX05 ODS, 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 AX05 ODS registered?

AX05 ODS is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is AX05 ODS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 ODS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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