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A17 AAU

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

132,445 mi
Last recorded132,445 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 AAU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2015 132,445 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 122,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 107,989 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 94,577 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 11 Apr 2011 78,191 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 62,491 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 21 Aug 2008 48,373 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 33,921 miles

undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 23 Jan 2008 33,921 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 9 Jul 2007 28,333 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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A17 AAU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A17 AAU, 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 A17 AAU registered?

A17 AAU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is A17 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 AAU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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