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KJ05 OPC

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

170,063 mi
Last recorded170,063 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 OPC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 170,063 miles

Rear number plate delaminating

Fail 6 Jun 2018 170,052 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear number plate delaminating

Pass 18 Apr 2017 162,090 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 155,882 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 147,534 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 147,518 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 3 Feb 2014 137,863 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2013 129,461 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2013 129,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 124,567 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 112,814 miles

unable to check rear seat belts fully due to child seats fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2010 101,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 87,514 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2008 75,338 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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KJ05 OPC is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KJ05 OPC, 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 KJ05 OPC registered?

KJ05 OPC is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is KJ05 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ05 OPC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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