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B9 KUL

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,017 mi
Last recorded38,017 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 KUL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 38,017 miles

Nearside Rear light slightly damaged

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all and perish (5.2.3 (e))

cover fitted

windscreen slightly damaged but not blocking the view

Fail 15 Sep 2020 38,017 miles

Nearside Rear light slightly damaged

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all and perish (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

cover fitted

windscreen slightly damaged but not blocking the view

Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,190 miles

cover fitted

windscreen slightly damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2018 28,788 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 24,365 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 24,365 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 23,158 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 19,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 19,403 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 15,385 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 12,580 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 11,876 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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B9 KUL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B9 KUL, 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.

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What year was B9 KUL registered?

B9 KUL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is B9 KUL safe to buy?

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