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AF05 FGK

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

160,792 mi
Last recorded160,792 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 FGK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 160,792 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 141,300 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted - unable to check seatbelt

Pass 17 Apr 2015 119,303 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 119,287 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 106,605 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 98,428 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 86,781 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 77,744 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 70,117 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 60,768 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 52,325 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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AF05 FGK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF05 FGK, 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

How do I check the history of AF05 FGK?

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What year was AF05 FGK registered?

AF05 FGK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is AF05 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 FGK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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