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KJ55 FFG

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

82,638 mi
Last recorded82,638 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 FFG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 82,638 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 81,563 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2022 81,563 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 79,693 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 76,362 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 76,362 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 74,711 miles

Hand brake just passed

Oil leak, but not excessive under covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 74,708 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Hand brake just passed

Oil leak, but not excessive under covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 71,579 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 68,955 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 66,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

o/s/r tyre perished on inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2015 63,731 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 61,559 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 61,559 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 57,381 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2012 55,535 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 54,768 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 54,768 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 53,459 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 39,192 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 39,192 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,347 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 31,347 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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KJ55 FFG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJ55 FFG, 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.

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What year was KJ55 FFG registered?

KJ55 FFG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is KJ55 FFG safe to buy?

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