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RE05 CSF

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

185,207 mi
Last recorded185,207 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 CSF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 185,207 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 177,019 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 158,927 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 140,291 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 125,344 miles

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

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

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

nail in n/s front tyre.

Pass 27 Apr 2015 116,999 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 107,484 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 89,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front exhaust deteriorating

Rear brake pipe over axle starting to corrode

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Oct 2013 89,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front exhaust deteriorating

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pipe over axle starting to corrode

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 69,943 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 69,943 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 65,678 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 54,059 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 43,480 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 30,829 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)

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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RE05 CSF is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RE05 CSF, 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 RE05 CSF registered?

RE05 CSF is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is RE05 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 CSF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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