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BK05 JHX

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,718 mi
Last recorded132,718 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 JHX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 132,718 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 124,089 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 124,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2022 120,170 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 114,301 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 112,729 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 110,550 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 104,414 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 95,845 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 90,477 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 82,097 miles

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

engine oil leak

rear probshaft pully worn slidy paly

Fail 12 Nov 2014 82,093 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine oil leak

rear probshaft pully worn slidy paly

Pass 11 Nov 2013 78,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate is secured with blue tack (secure at time of test) and covers a number plate with the incorrect format

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 73,921 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2011 68,783 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2010 62,314 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 49,796 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 41,195 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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BK05 JHX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BK05 JHX, 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 BK05 JHX registered?

BK05 JHX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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The MOT history for BK05 JHX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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