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VX05 UKA

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

146,164 mi
Last recorded146,164 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 UKA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 146,164 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 141,571 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 138,560 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 138,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp has more than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 135,310 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 131,651 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 131,651 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 127,778 miles

Rear both tyres worn inner tread edges.

Pass 20 Jan 2017 115,533 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 98,650 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 96,998 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 87,488 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 75,779 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 65,659 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 53,666 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 43,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 38,715 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 31,962 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 31,129 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to get smoke reading

Pass 7 Mar 2008 31,129 miles

unable to get smoke reading

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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VX05 UKA is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VX05 UKA, 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 VX05 UKA registered?

VX05 UKA is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is VX05 UKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 UKA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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