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YF54 ODN

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

404,472 mi
Last recorded404,472 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 ODN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 404,472 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 344,867 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 294,190 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 247,196 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 210,067 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 168,498 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 136,770 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 130,918 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 118,384 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 104,393 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 Jan 2010 92,491 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jan 2009 83,223 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 83,223 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 70,458 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 70,152 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (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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YF54 ODN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YF54 ODN, 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 YF54 ODN registered?

YF54 ODN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is YF54 ODN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF54 ODN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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