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S6 SWD

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,820 mi
Last recorded132,820 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 SWD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 132,820 miles

exhaust heat sheild loose at front

offside front antiroll bar link has slight play

play in nearside rear hub bush

Fail 21 Nov 2017 132,820 miles

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

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

exhaust heat sheild loose at front

offside front antiroll bar link has slight play

play in nearside rear hub bush

Pass 21 Nov 2016 123,624 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 114,297 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 105,669 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 97,510 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 89,295 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 80,206 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 70,193 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 63,857 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 63,857 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 58,437 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 52,482 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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S6 SWD is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S6 SWD, 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 S6 SWD registered?

S6 SWD is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is S6 SWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S6 SWD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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