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FP05 LCY

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

130,535 mi
Last recorded130,535 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 LCY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 130,535 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 125,388 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 121,072 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 114,847 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 108,399 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 98,356 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 94,730 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 91,494 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 88,058 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 83,229 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 79,155 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 73,297 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

cannot fully test under body items due to factory finishing trim

front discs worn

nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2012 69,157 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 69,127 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 62,274 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 56,685 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 49,700 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 36,794 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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FP05 LCY 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 94.4%.

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 FP05 LCY, 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 FP05 LCY?

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What year was FP05 LCY registered?

FP05 LCY is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is FP05 LCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 LCY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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