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YA05 YFN

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,503 mi
Last recorded155,503 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 YFN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 155,503 miles

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

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

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

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

rear brake hoses perished

Pass 12 Sep 2017 143,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 132,324 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn out of shape (stepped

Pass 4 Sep 2015 113,714 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 113,714 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 98,763 miles

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

both front brake discs pitted on inner face and lipped

rear tyres worn uneven

Pass 27 Sep 2013 94,976 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 89,714 miles

002 your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency.It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.(3.7.A.10)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 89,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

nearside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge,tyre feathering

Pass 26 Sep 2011 78,961 miles

both front discs worn

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Sep 2010 67,840 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 55,943 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 40,558 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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YA05 YFN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YA05 YFN, 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 YA05 YFN registered?

YA05 YFN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 9 August 2005.

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The MOT history for YA05 YFN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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