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LM05 DVY

2005 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,182 mi
Last recorded67,182 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 DVY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2012 67,182 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 47,831 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 41,196 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2009 31,907 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 24,412 miles

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

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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LM05 DVY is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LM05 DVY, 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

How do I check the history of LM05 DVY?

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What year was LM05 DVY registered?

LM05 DVY is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is LM05 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 DVY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM05 DVY have outstanding finance?

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