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SY05 EZF

2005 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,067 mi
Last recorded84,067 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 EZF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 84,067 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 72,223 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)

Front and rear tyres worn

accessory removed from windscreen area

engine ECU light on

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2017 57,909 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened & rear (2.4.G.1)

Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both rack tie joints (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

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

lower under tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 Mar 2016 47,785 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 47,785 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,094 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 44,042 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 42,506 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 42,505 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 39,324 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 34,653 miles

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 30,299 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,208 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 22,511 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 16,879 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 16,868 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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SY05 EZF is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY05 EZF, 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 SY05 EZF registered?

SY05 EZF is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is SY05 EZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 EZF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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