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VO05 XZZ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

193,596 mi
Last recorded193,596 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO05 XZZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 193,596 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 169,907 miles

Parking brake just met the minimum requirement

Fail 27 Apr 2019 169,907 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Parking brake just met the minimum requirement

Pass 18 May 2018 161,397 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 161,397 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 154,535 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 154,533 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 151,573 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 144,251 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 129,170 miles

airbag warning on computer

Fail 19 Feb 2013 129,105 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 110,990 miles

service lamp on

tyre pressure warning lamp on

Pass 14 Dec 2010 95,629 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 79,337 miles

under body covered in trims

Fail 1 Feb 2010 79,337 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

under body covered in trims

Pass 28 Feb 2008 76,053 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 76,053 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

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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VO05 XZZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VO05 XZZ, 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 VO05 XZZ registered?

VO05 XZZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is VO05 XZZ safe to buy?

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