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WF05 BEY

2005 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,999 mi
Last recorded124,999 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 BEY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 124,999 miles

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

all tyres side walls cut

Fail 16 Aug 2022 124,963 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

all tyres side walls cut

Pass 25 Jun 2021 113,822 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some underside components.

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 112,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 100,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Apr 2019 100,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 91,219 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 87,637 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 87,637 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 84,831 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 80,026 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 73,862 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 66,637 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 59,775 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 55,521 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 50,889 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 35,717 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 26,084 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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WF05 BEY is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WF05 BEY, 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 WF05 BEY registered?

WF05 BEY is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is WF05 BEY safe to buy?

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