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DF55 LXJ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,974 mi
Last recorded121,974 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 LXJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 121,974 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 121,973 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 110,174 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 110,174 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 102,792 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 97,765 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 92,501 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 85,949 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake discs worn/lipped

Rear brake pads low

Pass 7 Oct 2010 73,250 miles

Both front tyres getting low on tread

Both rear tyres very close to legal limit

Pass 5 Oct 2009 60,863 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn (lipped)

Front brake pads getting low

Front windscreen washers weak

Pass 4 Oct 2008 49,554 miles

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

Offside Front 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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DF55 LXJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DF55 LXJ, 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 DF55 LXJ registered?

DF55 LXJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DF55 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 LXJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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