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LB05 HXS

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,505 mi
Last recorded119,505 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 HXS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 119,505 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 May 2016 100,226 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 92,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 2 Jun 2015 92,086 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

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 15 May 2014 81,727 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in n/s/r tyre

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Fail 15 May 2014 81,727 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in n/s/r tyre

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Pass 3 May 2013 72,133 miles

slight play nearside rear lower arm bush

Pass 23 May 2012 64,398 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 56,624 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 49,895 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 41,105 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 31,147 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 22,908 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 HXS is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HXS, 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 LB05 HXS registered?

LB05 HXS is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is LB05 HXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 HXS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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