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KT05 STX

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

153,753 mi
Last recorded153,753 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 STX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 153,753 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 143,647 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2022 143,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2021 133,900 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 133,900 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 126,916 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle restricted view

Fail 26 May 2020 126,916 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle restricted view

Pass 29 May 2019 121,669 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine bay restricted view

vehicle under tray

Fail 28 May 2019 121,669 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing anchor (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine bay restricted view

vehicle under tray

Pass 30 Apr 2018 117,146 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 116,455 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 115,637 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 109,852 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 101,430 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 95,393 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 89,597 miles

front windows tinted

Fail 12 Mar 2010 89,597 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

front windows tinted

Pass 11 Mar 2009 84,913 miles

n/s/f brake pad warning wire not connected

Pass 12 Mar 2008 76,178 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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KT05 STX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KT05 STX, 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 KT05 STX registered?

KT05 STX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is KT05 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 STX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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