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MA05 OCE

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,186 mi
Last recorded45,186 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 OCE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 May 2017 45,186 miles

Both front tyres starting to crack and perish

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

Pass 18 May 2016 42,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 38,959 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 36,369 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,904 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 27,899 miles

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

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

front brake discs excessively pitted

Pass 26 Apr 2011 23,425 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 20,588 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 17,473 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 May 2008 15,561 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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MA05 OCE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MA05 OCE, 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.

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What year was MA05 OCE registered?

MA05 OCE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is MA05 OCE safe to buy?

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