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FH54 MVY

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

163,055 mi
Last recorded163,055 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 MVY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 163,055 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 159,005 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 154,683 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 154,586 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded over tank x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 148,321 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 141,464 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 135,419 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2014 130,207 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 124,719 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

airbag light on

Pass 11 Mar 2013 124,719 miles

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

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

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

airbag light on

Pass 31 Jan 2012 113,851 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 107,549 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 96,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 96,110 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 77,430 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 58,790 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 58,790 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FH54 MVY is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FH54 MVY, 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 FH54 MVY registered?

FH54 MVY is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is FH54 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 MVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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