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BJ05 MXL

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,289 mi
Last recorded135,289 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 MXL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 135,289 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Both Side (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 135,289 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Both Side (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2016 132,976 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Both Side (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 115,192 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 104,357 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 94,805 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 84,662 miles

aim s/low

front brake discs s/worn

Pass 30 Jul 2010 76,887 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear brake disc s/corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2009 68,747 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 54,871 miles

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

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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BJ05 MXL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey 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 BJ05 MXL, 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 BJ05 MXL registered?

BJ05 MXL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BJ05 MXL safe to buy?

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