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KJ05 OPS

2005 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,462 mi
Last recorded117,462 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 117,462 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre inner sidewall slightly damaged

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)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 112,995 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 103,996 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 90,156 miles

Both rear tyre treads on legal requirement

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 84,131 miles

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Fail 19 Jul 2013 84,131 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Jun 2012 79,540 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 74,667 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 74,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 70,563 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake pads worn close to wear sensors

Pass 6 Apr 2009 65,543 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 57,655 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 57,655 miles

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

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 OPS is a 2005 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OPS, 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 OPS registered?

KJ05 OPS is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KJ05 OPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ05 OPS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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