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AX54 KHU

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,537 mi
Last recorded142,537 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 KHU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 142,537 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 124,712 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 124,437 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 102,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 89,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2013 70,448 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 65,600 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 59,575 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 55,086 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 55,086 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 50,595 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 41,301 miles

No emission test possible due to car fitted with particular filter and emissions too clean

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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AX54 KHU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX54 KHU, 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

How do I check the history of AX54 KHU?

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What year was AX54 KHU registered?

AX54 KHU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AX54 KHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 KHU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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