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DS54 LCC

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,353 mi
Last recorded154,353 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 LCC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 154,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material multiple (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 154,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material multiple (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 146,370 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 137,025 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 125,677 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 125,677 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 116,460 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 104,812 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 88,683 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 84,295 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 78,935 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 72,453 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DS54 LCC is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DS54 LCC, 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 DS54 LCC registered?

DS54 LCC is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is DS54 LCC safe to buy?

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