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LJ05 VVU

2005 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

179,882 mi
Last recorded179,882 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VVU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 179,882 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 171,495 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 164,229 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 159,332 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 159,302 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 154,397 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 145,966 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 137,903 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 127,304 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 124,227 miles

covers under car and under bonnet obscuring some items from view.

Pass 20 Jul 2015 114,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 106,014 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 96,619 miles

all tyres wearing on inner edges, no canvas visible yet.

Pass 18 Jul 2012 84,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 71,171 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 58,036 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 43,232 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 31,118 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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LJ05 VVU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LJ05 VVU, 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 LJ05 VVU registered?

LJ05 VVU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is LJ05 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 VVU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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