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VU05 AVB

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,933 mi
Last recorded128,933 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 AVB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 128,933 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 122,625 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 114,014 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 102,606 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 92,662 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 84,775 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 73,285 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 61,596 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 61,469 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,568 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 39,923 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 39,910 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VU05 AVB is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU05 AVB, 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

How do I check the history of VU05 AVB?

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What year was VU05 AVB registered?

VU05 AVB is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is VU05 AVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 AVB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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