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RK05 UGL

2005 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,353 mi
Last recorded168,353 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 UGL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2017 168,353 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 157,961 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 147,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 144,261 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 139,493 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 139,969 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 125,224 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 104,262 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 72,312 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 41,047 miles

front brake discs worn

n/s/r tyre 3mm

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 UGL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 UGL, 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 RK05 UGL registered?

RK05 UGL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is RK05 UGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 UGL shows 10 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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