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SY05 FHN

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

149,422 mi
Last recorded149,422 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 FHN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 149,422 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 143,381 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 138,393 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 138,393 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 133,952 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 125,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 117,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2013 103,523 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN INSIDE EDGE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGES

Pass 31 May 2012 94,160 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 83,393 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 74,140 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 62,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 44,833 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 24,565 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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SY05 FHN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FHN, 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 FHN registered?

SY05 FHN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is SY05 FHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 FHN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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