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BJ55 BFX

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,048 mi
Last recorded148,048 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 BFX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 148,048 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. May require adjustment/repair.

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 tyres just legal (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 131,478 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 131,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 118,804 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 92,555 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 78,742 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 70,928 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 66,062 miles

both front brake discs slight corrosion

Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,211 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 43,297 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 32,237 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 32,174 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BJ55 BFX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ55 BFX, 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 BJ55 BFX registered?

BJ55 BFX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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