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TDZ 7143

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,129 mi
Last recorded139,129 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDZ 7143
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 139,129 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 121,679 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 121,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 116,927 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 103,095 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2017 102,908 miles

Both front brake hoses are perished

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s track rod end gaiter is twisted

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 13 Sep 2017 102,908 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both front brake hoses are perished

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s track rod end gaiter is twisted

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 22 Sep 2016 96,972 miles

ALIGNMENT ISSUES FRONT TYRE WEAR

Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER FRONT >>> WHEEL OFF CHECK ADVISED (3.5.1g)

CLUTCH NOISE

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F + ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F >>> ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F OUTER BALD + LOW PRESSURE (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 96,972 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated N/S/R (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe excessively corroded O/S/R AXLE PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

ALIGNMENT ISSUES FRONT TYRE WEAR

Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S/R >>> NEW ADVISED (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER FRONT >>> WHEEL OFF CHECK ADVISED (3.5.1g)

CLUTCH NOISE

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F + ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F >>> ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F OUTER BALD + LOW PRESSURE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 92,144 miles

Child seats fitted affecting inspection of adult seat belt

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 15 Sep 2015 92,144 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seats fitted affecting inspection of adult seat belt

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 3 Sep 2014 85,760 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 85,760 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 79,638 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 79,638 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,946 miles

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

evidence of slight oil leaks on under trays

front brake discs worn but pads ok

Pass 22 Sep 2011 63,902 miles

low exhaust emitter detected

Pass 20 Sep 2010 56,685 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 45,496 miles

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

nail in o/s/r tyre tread.

trigger point not met.

underbody shield fitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2008 31,019 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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TDZ 7143 is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 TDZ 7143, 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 TDZ 7143 registered?

TDZ 7143 is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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