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BF05 TVK

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,796 mi
Last recorded144,796 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 TVK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 144,796 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 141,158 miles

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

Offside Front Outer tyre has side wall damage

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2014 132,938 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 103,663 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2013 103,502 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 87,298 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 78,951 miles

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

handbrake performance poor

Pass 10 Aug 2010 63,311 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)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

unable to check steering parts of exhaust brake and fuel pipes as covers fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2009 53,342 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 53,342 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 43,165 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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BF05 TVK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BF05 TVK, 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 BF05 TVK registered?

BF05 TVK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is BF05 TVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 TVK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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