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AF55 LXO

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

233,485 mi
Last recorded233,485 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 LXO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 233,485 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

slight engine oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 208,741 miles

sill covers fitted

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag illuminated

Pass 30 Nov 2011 174,041 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 174,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 173,692 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 173,692 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 172,622 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 172,619 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 154,915 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 140,071 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 135,961 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2008 135,961 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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AF55 LXO is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF55 LXO, 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 AF55 LXO?

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What year was AF55 LXO registered?

AF55 LXO is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AF55 LXO safe to buy?

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Does AF55 LXO have outstanding finance?

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