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FV55 CJJ

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,224 mi
Last recorded80,224 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 CJJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 80,224 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 80,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Nearside rear outer sidelight not working

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear tyre worn very close to cord on inner shoulder

Pass 26 Mar 2015 65,803 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 62,090 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

offside front undertray damage

Pass 25 Mar 2013 55,166 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 51,550 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 51,547 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 70,453 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 39,074 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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FV55 CJJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV55 CJJ, 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 FV55 CJJ registered?

FV55 CJJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is FV55 CJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 CJJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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