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GP05 FBE

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

225,475 mi
Last recorded225,475 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 FBE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 225,475 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 215,387 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 204,088 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 192,610 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

under tray fitted.

Pass 27 Nov 2021 177,519 miles

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

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

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

diesel smoke to lean to register "no print out"

under try fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2021 177,519 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

diesel smoke to lean to register "no print out"

under try fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2020 164,247 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

under tray fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2020 164,247 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2019 153,285 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 145,885 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 137,438 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 127,561 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 12 Nov 2015 119,938 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel drumstick (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 110,259 miles

rear tyres on limit

Pass 7 Nov 2013 100,571 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 90,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 80,212 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 61,137 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 61,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 46,409 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 46,409 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 31,693 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 31,609 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 27,384 miles

slight bulge on outer wall of n/s/rear tyre

Fail 5 Jul 2008 27,375 miles

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

slight bulge on outer wall of n/s/rear tyre

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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GP05 FBE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 GP05 FBE, 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 GP05 FBE registered?

GP05 FBE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is GP05 FBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 FBE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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