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FV05 UWJ

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

186,584 mi
Last recorded186,584 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 UWJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 186,584 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Aug 2015 186,584 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 167,805 miles

225/50/R17/94H. Fronts 3mm. Rears 6mm.

Pass 17 Aug 2013 145,089 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,113 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 124,679 miles

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 31 Jul 2010 94,048 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 66,557 miles

disc pad warning light is on

offside rear tyre has nail in tread area

vehicle is fully paneled on underside

Pass 7 Aug 2008 47,424 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 45,568 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 UWJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UWJ, 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 UWJ registered?

FV05 UWJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is FV05 UWJ safe to buy?

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