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EF05 BFJ

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,236 mi
Last recorded115,236 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 BFJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 115,236 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 110,859 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 104,648 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour back-up sidelight in use - orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour back-up sidelight in use - orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit centre 3/4 - 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 104,648 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn and upper cover damaged too excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn and upper cover damaged too excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour back-up sidelight in use - orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour back-up sidelight in use - orange (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit centre 3/4 - 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 99,306 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 91,089 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlight lenses cloudy

Pass 15 Feb 2019 81,015 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 78,440 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 73,110 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 66,409 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 66,409 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing under seat (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 61,500 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,701 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 49,701 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 46,517 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,669 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 35,310 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 32,541 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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EF05 BFJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EF05 BFJ, 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 EF05 BFJ registered?

EF05 BFJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is EF05 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 BFJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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