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YA05 YPG

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

199,873 mi
Last recorded199,873 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 YPG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 199,873 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 199,873 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2021 150,420 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on

Fail 1 Sep 2021 150,420 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on

Pass 28 Sep 2020 143,661 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2020 143,661 miles

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

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 136,535 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 136,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 124,970 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 121,609 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 105,977 miles

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 105,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2015 93,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 88,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cuts/damage to tyre sidewalls (no ply/cords exposed)

offside rear tyre just over 2mm tread depth

Pass 4 Jun 2013 86,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 81,929 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 15 Jun 2011 64,796 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 55,643 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 51,305 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 32,777 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 22,232 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 22,213 miles

Airbag warning light on dash

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 YPG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YA05 YPG, 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 YPG registered?

YA05 YPG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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