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DN05 UCR

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,205 mi
Last recorded98,205 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 UCR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 98,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 88,976 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,606 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 83,296 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 78,857 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 78,857 miles

Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 8 May 2014 73,736 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 68,748 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 68,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 63,495 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 53,122 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 42,738 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 42,335 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 29,980 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 15,609 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 15,609 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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DN05 UCR is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DN05 UCR, 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 DN05 UCR registered?

DN05 UCR is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is DN05 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 UCR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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