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BN05 RDZ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,295 mi
Last recorded135,295 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2012 135,295 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 15 Feb 2011 122,703 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 122,703 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 118,360 miles

airbag light illuminated showing a fault

Pass 27 Mar 2009 110,982 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 96,403 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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BN05 RDZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RDZ, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 RDZ?

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What year was BN05 RDZ registered?

BN05 RDZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BN05 RDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 RDZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN05 RDZ have outstanding finance?

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