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BG05 XVN

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

175,710 mi
Last recorded175,710 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XVN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 175,710 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 175,680 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 161,930 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 153,948 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 139,126 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 139,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 132,800 miles

BOTH SIDE FRONT REPEATER WORN COLOUR

BOTH SIDE FRONT TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

BOTH SIDE REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

NEAR SIDE FRONT ARM HAS PLAY

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE OUTER EDGES LOW

OFF SIDE FRONT HEADLIGHT DETERIORATED

Pass 30 Jul 2015 123,029 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 107,056 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 107,056 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 98,148 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 90,738 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 86,263 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 67,572 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 49,401 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 33,392 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 20,174 miles

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

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

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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BG05 XVN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BG05 XVN, 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 BG05 XVN registered?

BG05 XVN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is BG05 XVN safe to buy?

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