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WU05 KGF

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,492 mi
Last recorded155,492 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 KGF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 155,492 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Feb 2022 153,005 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Feb 2022 153,004 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Mar 2021 150,817 miles

Front and rear tyres fitted to wrong axles

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 150,816 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded By flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front and rear tyres fitted to wrong axles

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

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

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 147,996 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 147,990 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 143,462 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 143,449 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2017 140,960 miles

Front Oil leak engine/gearbox ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit os,ns low cracking (4.1.E.1)

advise limited inspection due to plastic covers

Pass 16 Jun 2016 135,464 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 135,375 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 129,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 124,550 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 118,457 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 112,060 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 106,998 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 106,995 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 103,852 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2009 100,279 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 90,841 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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WU05 KGF is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WU05 KGF, 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 WU05 KGF registered?

WU05 KGF is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WU05 KGF safe to buy?

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