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T405 VUK

1999 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,342 mi
Last recorded87,342 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1999 BMW 525130,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT405 VUK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2006 87,342 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 136,604 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

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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T405 VUK is a 1999 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 130,049 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 T405 VUK, 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 27 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T405 VUK?

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What year was T405 VUK registered?

T405 VUK is a 1999 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T405 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T405 VUK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T405 VUK have outstanding finance?

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