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LK05 UCO

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,365 mi
Last recorded151,365 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 UCO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 151,365 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 May 2017 138,351 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel free play in adjustment (3.1.6b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip in screen (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2016 128,067 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 118,852 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2014 107,334 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 May 2014 107,317 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2013 84,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing badly on inside edge tracking.?.

Fail 24 May 2013 84,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres wearing badly on inside edges

Pass 29 May 2012 72,863 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some descrepency in rear brake readings would appear adjustment or repair is required

Pass 19 May 2011 59,078 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 49,841 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak from gear box area

Pass 21 May 2009 39,449 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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LK05 UCO 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 LK05 UCO, 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 LK05 UCO registered?

LK05 UCO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is LK05 UCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 UCO 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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