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AX05 KJZ

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,127 mi
Last recorded32,127 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 KJZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 32,127 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S/R and O/S/R ()

Pass 2 Jul 2024 31,488 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Jul 2024 31,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Jun 2023 30,481 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 30,430 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 May 2022 28,943 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 28,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 28,188 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 27,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 27,023 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 26,352 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,278 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,592 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 22,533 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 19,882 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 18,085 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 16,629 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,364 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 11,952 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,879 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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AX05 KJZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AX05 KJZ, 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 AX05 KJZ registered?

AX05 KJZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is AX05 KJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 KJZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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