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SF05 UVC

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

167,746 mi
Last recorded167,746 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 UVC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 167,746 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 156,838 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 156,147 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NSF wearing on inner edge

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 141,895 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 130,252 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 110,048 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 110,048 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 91,269 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 91,269 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 72,837 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 72,821 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 67,004 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 63,759 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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SF05 UVC is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc 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 SF05 UVC, 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 SF05 UVC registered?

SF05 UVC is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is SF05 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 UVC 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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