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BP05 GLK

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

178,128 mi
Last recorded178,128 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 GLK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 178,128 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 166,713 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 154,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 142,565 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 126,030 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 112,195 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 100,070 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 100,070 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 86,847 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 75,727 miles

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

passed emission too low to register on test

Fail 22 Jul 2010 75,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

passed emission too low to register on test

Pass 28 Jul 2009 63,678 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 63,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

emissions to low to register on gas test

Pass 21 Jul 2008 50,083 miles

emissions too low to register on test, vehicel passed test

Fail 21 Jul 2008 50,083 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emissions too low to register on test, vehicel passed test

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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BP05 GLK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black 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 BP05 GLK, 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 BP05 GLK registered?

BP05 GLK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is BP05 GLK safe to buy?

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