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KR05 VSV

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,726 mi
Last recorded157,726 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 VSV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 157,726 miles

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

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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2017 146,334 miles

exhaust flexis deteriated-rear pads worn low

x2 rear wheel bearings slight play-x2 rear tyres worn low and outter walls slightly damaged-x2 headlamps slight movement-horn distorted-parking brake passed on limit-x2 front tyres worn low

Pass 19 Nov 2015 128,267 miles

Nearside reg lamp working and dem

Offside reg lamp working ang dem

Fail 17 Nov 2015 128,266 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside reg lamp working and dem

Offside reg lamp working ang dem

Pass 20 Nov 2014 116,223 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 94,002 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 106,783 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 83,465 miles

Nearside Front 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.C.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 58,004 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2010 58,004 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 44,769 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 44,733 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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KR05 VSV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KR05 VSV, 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 VSV registered?

KR05 VSV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is KR05 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 VSV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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