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FV05 EFE

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,543 mi
Last recorded127,543 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 EFE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 127,543 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 122,933 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 114,414 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 114,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board (6.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 101,273 miles

Engine - Top cover & Undertray fitted

Front Outer Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Alloy wheel rim out of shape

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Alloy wheel rim out of shape

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 96,234 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 90,329 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 90,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 81,282 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 73,314 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 65,945 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 46,284 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,146 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 32,863 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,863 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,218 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 20,542 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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FV05 EFE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV05 EFE, 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 FV05 EFE registered?

FV05 EFE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is FV05 EFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 EFE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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