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GV05 FLN

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

151,464 mi
Last recorded151,464 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 FLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 151,464 miles

front anti roll bar drop link rubbers damaged (both

Fail 4 Feb 2026 151,464 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

front anti roll bar drop link rubbers damaged (both

Pass 30 Jan 2025 147,004 miles

n/s/f drop link rubber damaged

Pass 31 Jan 2024 144,112 miles

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

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front roll bar D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective wet (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 141,107 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 136,971 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 133,374 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 126,417 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 112,097 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 102,224 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 98,665 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 91,635 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 81,196 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 81,192 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2013 69,330 miles

front brake discs lipped

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 18 May 2012 58,186 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 46,708 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,288 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 25,703 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,330 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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GV05 FLN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GV05 FLN, 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 GV05 FLN?

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What year was GV05 FLN registered?

GV05 FLN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is GV05 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 FLN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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