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BN05 RDV

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

208,850 mi
Last recorded208,850 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 RDV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 208,850 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2022 198,316 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 191,231 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 188,039 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 185,858 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 178,204 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 178,204 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 169,006 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 158,866 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 157,097 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 153,568 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 150,787 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 145,326 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 145,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 132,546 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 132,546 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 114,054 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 114,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside and offside rear tyres on limit 1.6mm advise

offside light reverse not working

Pass 23 May 2008 91,501 miles

nail in offside front tyre advise

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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BN05 RDV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BN05 RDV, 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 BN05 RDV registered?

BN05 RDV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is BN05 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 RDV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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