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RF05 JKU

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,971 mi
Last recorded90,971 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 JKU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 90,971 miles

Under body trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2022 86,720 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 83,823 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 May 2017 83,823 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 May 2016 77,302 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 70,198 miles

n/s and o/s rear brake pipes have underseal cannot see condition

Pass 20 Mar 2014 68,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2014 68,595 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 67,009 miles

Both rear tyres close to legal limit 2mm.O/S/F inner steering arm slight play.o/s/f trackrod end play.Both front brake pads low.O/s/r lower pin bush play.

Pass 22 Oct 2011 64,307 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 51,256 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,170 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 34,755 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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RF05 JKU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RF05 JKU, 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 RF05 JKU registered?

RF05 JKU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is RF05 JKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 JKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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