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RF05 KXK

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

153,872 mi
Last recorded153,872 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 KXK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 153,872 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 139,741 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 132,402 miles

under vehicle covers

Pass 7 May 2022 126,374 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 114,993 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and back (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2020 99,444 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 92,968 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 92,968 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 90,786 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 90,726 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 87,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2015 87,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2014 81,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2013 73,793 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,793 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 67,128 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 59,307 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

n/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge/ but not to cords at time of test, advise replaced asap

Pass 24 May 2010 50,828 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 50,678 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) DANGEROUS

signs of an oil leak under vehicle

unable to carry out emissions test due to emissions being too clean

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertray fitted

Pass 21 May 2009 41,499 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,338 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 KXK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KXK, 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 RF05 KXK?

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What year was RF05 KXK registered?

RF05 KXK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is RF05 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 KXK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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