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SH03 RMO

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,811 mi
Last recorded134,811 miles
Recorded on21 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 RMO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2017 134,811 miles

Nearside Front Outer side light dull

engine cover fitted.

handbrake effort weak 14%, but wheel lock out.

under trays fitted.

Fail 21 May 2017 134,803 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Outer side light dull

engine cover fitted.

handbrake effort weak 14%, but wheel lock out.

under trays fitted.

Pass 21 May 2016 123,066 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 111,466 miles

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 2 Apr 2014 102,088 miles

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

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

windsreen damaged at botton (not in drivers view)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 94,147 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 94,147 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 86,785 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 73,007 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 61,575 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 49,258 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 44,135 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SH03 RMO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver 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 SH03 RMO, 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 SH03 RMO registered?

SH03 RMO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is SH03 RMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 RMO 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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