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LB05 FSL

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,008 mi
Last recorded111,008 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 FSL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 111,008 miles

Oil leak ()

both front headlamps are deteriorated

diff has a leak advise inspection

Fail 18 May 2017 111,008 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

both front headlamps are deteriorated

diff has a leak advise inspection

Pass 1 Jun 2016 106,028 miles

differential oil leak

handbrake has no reserve travel

oil leak

Pass 14 May 2015 96,772 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 89,285 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2014 89,285 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 80,008 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 80,004 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 May 2012 71,266 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 103,020 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 87,496 miles

oil leak from diff.

Pass 26 May 2009 43,840 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 34,891 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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LB05 FSL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LB05 FSL, 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.

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What year was LB05 FSL registered?

LB05 FSL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is LB05 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 FSL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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