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DA54 TGU

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,597 mi
Last recorded157,597 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 TGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 157,597 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 153,303 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 150,808 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 139,080 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 117,781 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2014 117,781 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 100,023 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 88,275 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 76,490 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 65,305 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 53,941 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 40,476 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 40,476 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DA54 TGU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DA54 TGU, 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 DA54 TGU registered?

DA54 TGU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is DA54 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA54 TGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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