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BN05 OZJ

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

213,975 mi
Last recorded213,975 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 OZJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2018 213,975 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play Inner steering tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Inner steering tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 208,433 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 203,928 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 May 2015 195,567 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2015 195,567 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2014 186,754 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 183,836 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

tyres getting low

Pass 5 Apr 2012 162,949 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES

N/S/F TYRE HAS A CUT IN TREAD PATTERN NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH CORDS

Pass 10 Mar 2011 137,459 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 116,806 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 116,806 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 94,078 miles

both rear tyres are distorted on the inner edge

rear brake pads are getting low and discs are worn and lipped

Fail 3 Apr 2009 94,078 miles

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

both rear tyres are distorted on the inner edge

rear brake pads are getting low and discs are worn and lipped

Pass 26 Mar 2008 56,351 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,538 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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BN05 OZJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BN05 OZJ, 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 BN05 OZJ registered?

BN05 OZJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is BN05 OZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 OZJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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