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GP05 GVJ

2005 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,263 mi
Last recorded112,263 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 GVJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 112,263 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 107,826 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 100,435 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 92,250 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 84,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2011 77,246 miles

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

Undershields fotted not allowing full inspection of underneath of car

Pass 4 Nov 2010 74,163 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 74,125 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 55,788 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 55,788 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,223 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 24,925 miles

rear no plate slightly faded

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 GVJ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GVJ, 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 GVJ registered?

GP05 GVJ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is GP05 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 GVJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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