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YR05 UAG

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

95,103 mi
Last recorded95,103 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 UAG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 95,103 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2018 95,103 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 94,165 miles

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

under-trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2016 93,256 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2016 93,256 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 91,111 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyre perish

front brake disc inner surface corroded

Fail 27 Aug 2014 89,874 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

wipers smear screen slightly

Pass 27 Aug 2014 89,874 miles

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

wipers smear screen slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2013 84,552 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 84,551 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 81,835 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 81,834 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 74,599 miles

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

Oil leak

no e markings no bs markings on osf tyre / osf tyre scrubbing on inner edge

Fail 23 Mar 2010 75,499 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

no e markings no bs markings on osf tyre / osf tyre scrubbing on inner edge

Pass 2 Apr 2009 67,821 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 67,821 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 60,135 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 60,135 miles

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

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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YR05 UAG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 YR05 UAG, 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 YR05 UAG registered?

YR05 UAG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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