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KR05 MXH

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

140,908 mi
Last recorded140,908 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 MXH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 140,908 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 140,770 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 140,709 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 140,428 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 131,686 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Oil level low

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 113,303 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 113,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 98,595 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 86,562 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 80,691 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 80,682 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Mar 2019 80,504 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Mar 2018 79,902 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement hub (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement hub (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Mar 2017 78,933 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement hub (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 77,078 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 74,576 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 70,827 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 67,382 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 63,085 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 63,085 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 58,144 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2010 52,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 52,883 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 47,035 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 47,035 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 45,860 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 45,860 miles

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

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

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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KR05 MXH is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR05 MXH, 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 KR05 MXH registered?

KR05 MXH is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is KR05 MXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 MXH shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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