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YG05 YWL

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

289,283 mi
Last recorded289,283 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 YWL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 289,283 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 276,204 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 263,094 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 263,089 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2017 244,210 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 244,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 224,563 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 207,979 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 183,028 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 161,132 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 142,148 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 120,500 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 101,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2009 83,433 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 65,431 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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YG05 YWL 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 YG05 YWL, 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.

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What year was YG05 YWL registered?

YG05 YWL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YG05 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 YWL 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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