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GF05 WBJ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

171,740 mi
Last recorded171,740 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 WBJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 171,740 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

undertrays fitted unable to view some areas

Pass 4 Dec 2017 158,436 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 144,231 miles

Offside Front headlight lens not clear

Fail 21 Nov 2016 144,230 miles

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

Offside Front headlight lens not clear

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 134,567 miles

Child seat fitted to near side rear seat unable to check belt fully.

Noise from engine/clutch area.

Under trays fitted /engine covers fitted unable to check fully.

Fail 11 Nov 2015 134,174 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (in seat base) (5.2.5a)

Child seat fitted to near side rear seat unable to check belt fully.

Noise from engine/clutch area.

Under trays fitted /engine covers fitted unable to check fully.

Pass 18 Nov 2014 125,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2013 117,158 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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 Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 117,158 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 107,082 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

airbag light on

Pass 18 Nov 2011 93,140 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 28 Nov 2010 78,028 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 44,271 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 34,094 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 34,094 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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GF05 WBJ 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 GF05 WBJ, 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.

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What year was GF05 WBJ registered?

GF05 WBJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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