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HT05 FSG

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

266,972 mi
Last recorded266,972 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 FSG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 266,972 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 260,209 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 243,840 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 222,663 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 211,705 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2017 211,705 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50r17 runflat (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 197,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 184,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 175,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 165,201 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 153,879 miles

air bag light is on

tyre warning light is on

Pass 27 May 2011 145,286 miles

off side rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 28 May 2010 131,984 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 131,984 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2009 119,896 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 91,967 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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HT05 FSG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HT05 FSG, 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 HT05 FSG registered?

HT05 FSG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is HT05 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 FSG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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