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GJ05 WJK

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

83,525 mi
Last recorded83,525 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 WJK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 83,525 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 78,335 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 76,092 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2018 76,068 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper radias arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 72,163 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 69,766 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 65,753 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 61,141 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 53,713 miles

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

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 4 Feb 2013 43,317 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 43,317 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 37,986 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Feb 2012 37,986 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 33,564 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,538 miles

O/S/R REVERSE LAMP IN OP

Pass 11 Mar 2009 23,902 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 19,937 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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GJ05 WJK is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GJ05 WJK, 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 GJ05 WJK registered?

GJ05 WJK is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is GJ05 WJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 WJK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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