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RN05 HMC

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

253,786 mi
Last recorded253,786 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 HMC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 253,786 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 235,824 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 228,199 miles

Nearside Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis under tray (6.1.B.1a)

Smoke from exhaust but cleared

Fail 15 Jan 2016 228,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis under tray (6.1.B.1a)

Smoke from exhaust but cleared

Pass 25 Jul 2014 199,412 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 198,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 198,282 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 185,642 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 160,186 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 135,015 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 108,656 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 108,656 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 81,448 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing inside edge

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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RN05 HMC is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RN05 HMC, 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.

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What year was RN05 HMC registered?

RN05 HMC is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is RN05 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 HMC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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