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KY05 UOW

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,416 mi
Last recorded55,416 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 UOW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 55,416 miles

Offside Front tyre has a deep cut in tread

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2016 55,416 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front tyre has a deep cut in tread

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2015 50,631 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Dec 2014 45,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2013 42,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 37,628 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2012 37,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre has deep cuts in tread

Pass 16 Dec 2011 31,397 miles

drivers door mirror cracked but does not affect view to rear.

Pass 11 Jan 2011 27,856 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 24,128 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front disc slightly worn and rusty

offside front tyre side wall damage

offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jun 2009 19,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,750 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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KY05 UOW is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey 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 KY05 UOW, 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 KY05 UOW registered?

KY05 UOW is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is KY05 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY05 UOW 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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