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S9 RLB

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

147,938 mi
Last recorded147,938 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS9 RLB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 147,938 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Jan 2018 147,888 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 137,006 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 131,365 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)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 128,093 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 118,192 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 118,187 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 111,514 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 11,514 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 106,472 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 94,222 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2010 82,783 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 82,576 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 82,576 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 56,011 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 56,011 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S9 RLB is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S9 RLB, 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 S9 RLB registered?

S9 RLB is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is S9 RLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S9 RLB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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