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LG05 ESV

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

281,869 mi
Last recorded281,869 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 ESV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 281,869 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 268,991 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 147,209 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 208,468 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 115,947 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 95,744 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2018 95,744 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)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 87,060 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 86,903 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 75,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 69,720 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 64,697 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 59,231 miles

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

power steering warning light is on

Fail 15 Mar 2013 59,231 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

power steering warning light is on

Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,132 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 46,998 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 37,188 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 26,691 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 19,990 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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LG05 ESV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LG05 ESV, 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 LG05 ESV registered?

LG05 ESV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LG05 ESV safe to buy?

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