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PX05 HRW

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,222 mi
Last recorded153,222 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 HRW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 153,222 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 133,692 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 123,050 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 110,750 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 92,170 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 74,711 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2010 74,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front 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 7 Apr 2009 60,610 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 53,767 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 53,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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PX05 HRW is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PX05 HRW, 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 PX05 HRW registered?

PX05 HRW is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is PX05 HRW safe to buy?

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