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RN05 VKJ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

243,035 mi
Last recorded243,035 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 VKJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 243,035 miles

Offside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 4 May 2016 224,074 miles

Nearside Front tyre edges worn

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

Fail 2 May 2016 223,936 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre edges worn

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 207,811 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 186,927 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 164,618 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 146,467 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 146,060 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2011 123,208 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 97,303 miles

SLIGHT OIL LEAK

UNDER TRAYS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 15 May 2009 73,096 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 53,388 miles

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 VKJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RN05 VKJ, 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 RN05 VKJ registered?

RN05 VKJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is RN05 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 VKJ shows 12 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.

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