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EK05 JVE

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,649 mi
Last recorded171,649 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 JVE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 171,649 miles

head light aims poor, front pads wearing low

Pass 9 Dec 2020 164,871 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 162,743 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated both side strut (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 162,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 161,457 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted unable to check seat belt

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 158,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 155,120 miles

oil leak

Fail 15 Mar 2016 155,120 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2015 152,334 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 148,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Fail 14 Mar 2014 147,971 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside 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)

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)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 28 Mar 2013 143,388 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 143,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 129,748 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 129,748 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 113,343 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 113,339 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 97,054 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 97,053 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 81,108 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 62,360 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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EK05 JVE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EK05 JVE, 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 EK05 JVE registered?

EK05 JVE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is EK05 JVE safe to buy?

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