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RK05 SDO

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,894 mi
Last recorded117,894 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 SDO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2011 117,894 miles

plastic under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2010 111,848 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)

both front tyres lowish tread. rear centre belt buckle missing.

Pass 16 Jan 2009 98,837 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE THE WRONG SIZE FOR THE VEHICLE!!!!!!!(SMALLER THAN FRONTS)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 87,681 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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RK05 SDO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 RK05 SDO, 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 RK05 SDO?

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What year was RK05 SDO registered?

RK05 SDO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RK05 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 SDO shows 4 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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