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EO05 RFE

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,556 mi
Last recorded155,556 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 RFE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 155,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 140,755 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 126,384 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 126,384 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s rear of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 116,874 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 112,649 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 108,273 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 104,781 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 100,566 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 95,954 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 95,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 81,695 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 67,295 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 53,953 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 41,907 miles

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

full engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted

hand brake needs adjusting.

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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EO05 RFE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EO05 RFE, 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.

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What year was EO05 RFE registered?

EO05 RFE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is EO05 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 RFE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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