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CX05 TOU

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,864 mi
Last recorded110,864 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 TOU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 May 2020 110,864 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 15 May 2019 107,473 miles

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2018 104,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 15 May 2017 102,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2016 100,952 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2014 94,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 89,321 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2012 85,800 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2011 80,420 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 71,812 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 65,186 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 57,517 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 48,922 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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CX05 TOU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CX05 TOU, 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 CX05 TOU registered?

CX05 TOU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is CX05 TOU safe to buy?

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