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AX54 LDA

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

254,616 mi
Last recorded254,616 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 LDA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 254,616 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 254,612 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjustment not possible. headlamp incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 249,517 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 243,458 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 238,029 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 233,897 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 225,339 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2018 225,336 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2017 215,682 miles

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 24 Sep 2016 203,333 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2015 190,220 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 177,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 163,857 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 159,626 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 141,391 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight play in O/S steering arm rack end

Fail 21 Oct 2010 130,216 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 130,216 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 113,521 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 85,446 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 85,446 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 65,514 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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AX54 LDA is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LDA, 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 AX54 LDA registered?

AX54 LDA is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is AX54 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 LDA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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