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RK55 UZS

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,956 mi
Last recorded75,956 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 UZS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 75,956 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

both headlamp aims on upper limits

Pass 17 Oct 2012 73,370 miles

air bag light on

Pass 5 Aug 2011 62,268 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 62,268 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 42,030 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 33,057 miles

air bag warning light on

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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RK55 UZS is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RK55 UZS, 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 RK55 UZS?

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What year was RK55 UZS registered?

RK55 UZS is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is RK55 UZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK55 UZS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK55 UZS have outstanding finance?

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