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EX05 FVB

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

282,246 mi
Last recorded282,246 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 FVB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 282,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 282,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 258,155 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 238,540 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 238,540 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 140,821 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 208,588 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 208,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 116,015 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 116,015 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 109,456 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 103,786 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 100,828 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 94,144 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 88,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 84,719 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 79,503 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 71,993 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 71,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 64,211 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 49,246 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 39,509 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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EX05 FVB is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EX05 FVB, 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 EX05 FVB?

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What year was EX05 FVB registered?

EX05 FVB is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is EX05 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 FVB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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