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EO05 UZT

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,090 mi
Last recorded80,090 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 UZT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2024 80,090 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested CONDITION OF BRAKE PIPES (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed EXHAUST LEAK (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak FLEXY SECTION (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded AS MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded AS MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn ALLREAR BUSHES AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension accumulator damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected SIZED (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick GRINDING (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension accumulator damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected SIEZED (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension system inoperative NO OPORATION ALL SIZED (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

STEERING ANGLE LAMP IS ON

Pass 7 Oct 2023 77,870 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 74,652 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 72,283 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 72,283 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 68,562 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 65,003 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 60,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 55,678 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 54,512 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 54,018 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 51,810 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 49,238 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 45,870 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 40,538 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 33,486 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 29,485 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 17,537 miles

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

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 UZT is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EO05 UZT, 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 EO05 UZT registered?

EO05 UZT is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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