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LY05 NLO

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

239,742 mi
Last recorded239,742 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 NLO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 239,742 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 227,782 miles

front exhaust manifold leaking

both rear lower suspension joints have slight play

Fail 17 Jun 2016 227,782 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both rear lower suspension joints have slight play

front exhaust manifold leaking

Pass 19 Jun 2015 198,434 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 168,078 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 136,465 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 136,465 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 103,052 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 76,642 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 76,642 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 61,749 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 50,493 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Jun 2008 38,098 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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LY05 NLO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel 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 LY05 NLO, 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 LY05 NLO registered?

LY05 NLO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is LY05 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 NLO 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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