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FP05 TXU

2005 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

146,896 mi
Last recorded146,896 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 TXU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 146,896 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 May 2025 144,060 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 May 2024 226,964 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Apr 2023 134,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 26 Mar 2022 119,838 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 117,850 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 114,558 miles

EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2020 114,558 miles

EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 108,208 miles

Engine/undertray fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 99,660 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 90,530 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 82,387 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 75,393 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 67,953 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 61,849 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 55,743 miles

BULB WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED

HEADLAMP FLICKERING SLIGHTLY

S.R.S LIGHT ILLUMINATED

UNDER BONNET WIRING INSECURE

Fail 20 Feb 2012 55,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

BULB WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED

HEADLAMP FLICKERING SLIGHTLY

S.R.S LIGHT ILLUMINATED

UNDER BONNET WIRING INSECURE

Pass 12 Feb 2011 44,758 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 37,161 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 29,168 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 21,230 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 TXU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FP05 TXU, 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 FP05 TXU registered?

FP05 TXU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is FP05 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 TXU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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