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KP05 VOD

2005 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,509 mi
Last recorded155,509 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 VOD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 155,509 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 154,800 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 154,362 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 153,213 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 148,508 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 139,655 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 134,239 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear 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 13 Aug 2014 129,250 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 121,236 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jun 2013 121,236 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 113,878 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 113,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2011 105,537 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 96,604 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 84,383 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 84,372 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

covershield over steering

Pass 27 May 2008 72,529 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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KP05 VOD is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KP05 VOD, 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 KP05 VOD?

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What year was KP05 VOD registered?

KP05 VOD is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is KP05 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 VOD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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