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UEY 783T

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

164,354 mi
Last recorded164,354 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEY 783T
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 164,354 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Mar 2018 164,354 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 159,188 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 134,881 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear subframe bushes has slight play

Pass 20 Mar 2015 119,589 miles

Oil leak

slight cracking on both rear flexi brake hose pipes

slight play in rear subframe bushes

Fail 17 Mar 2015 119,589 miles

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

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

Oil leak

slight cracking on both rear flexi brake hose pipes

slight play in rear subframe bushes

Pass 13 Dec 2013 117,901 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 117,823 miles

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 106,650 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2012 106,650 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 98,632 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of offside rear seat belt

SRS warning light on

Pass 8 Nov 2010 86,132 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Sep 2009 78,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Oct 2008 75,077 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 64,927 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2008 64,927 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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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UEY 783T is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 UEY 783T, 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 UEY 783T registered?

UEY 783T is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is UEY 783T safe to buy?

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