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RK05 WGP

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

121,100 mi
Last recorded121,100 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 WGP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 121,100 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 121,100 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 112,389 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 112,240 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 112,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 105,777 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 98,012 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 91,485 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 90,006 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 82,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 82,366 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 75,673 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 69,620 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 69,618 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 61,949 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 61,948 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 51,024 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside 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)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Mar 2009 41,003 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 32,231 miles

off side front spot light insecure

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 WGP is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WGP, 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 WGP registered?

RK05 WGP is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is RK05 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 WGP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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