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RF05 KXL

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,265 mi
Last recorded104,265 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2019 104,265 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 100,292 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 96,345 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 91,594 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 86,176 miles

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

both reverse lights not working

engine undertray damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2014 70,927 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

low tyre pressure warning light on

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2014 69,718 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

nearside front tyre on 3mm tread depth

Pass 22 Jun 2012 62,648 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 55,269 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 42,494 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 33,362 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,865 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 KXL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RF05 KXL, 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 KXL registered?

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

Is RF05 KXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 KXL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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