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DN05 XRW

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

209,711 mi
Last recorded209,711 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 209,711 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 197,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 183,867 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 166,962 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 142,492 miles

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

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)

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 142,492 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 129,282 miles

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

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 6 Jul 2010 117,724 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 117,724 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front and rear brake disc's slight worn, measurement advised at next pad replacement

Pass 9 Jul 2009 104,865 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 103,754 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

smoke test done zero reading

Fail 15 May 2008 90,475 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 May 2008 90,475 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 XRW is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DN05 XRW, 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 DN05 XRW?

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What year was DN05 XRW registered?

DN05 XRW is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DN05 XRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 XRW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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