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FM05 UTO

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,332 mi
Last recorded133,332 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 UTO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2015 133,332 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 126,995 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 121,923 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 115,361 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 102,126 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 102,126 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2010 83,854 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 74,909 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 62,926 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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FM05 UTO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FM05 UTO, 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 FM05 UTO?

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What year was FM05 UTO registered?

FM05 UTO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is FM05 UTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 UTO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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