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M8 AEU

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,211 mi
Last recorded103,211 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 AEU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2014 103,211 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

dash covered by tape over air bag light

Pass 5 Aug 2013 89,866 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 78,450 miles

off side rear tyre on limit

Pass 21 Jul 2011 66,073 miles

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

both front tyre treads perishing/cracking heavily

service inspection lamp on

Pass 11 Jun 2010 57,787 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 47,792 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,384 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 28,959 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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M8 AEU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 M8 AEU, 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 M8 AEU?

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What year was M8 AEU registered?

M8 AEU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is M8 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 AEU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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