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LJ05 YGD

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

110,507 mi
Last recorded110,507 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 YGD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 110,507 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 107,623 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2024 103,700 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 98,611 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 93,294 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 88,815 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Jun 2019 78,365 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 71,838 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 67,707 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 62,172 miles

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 17 Jun 2015 60,082 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 58,195 miles

Both rear tyre starting to crack in the tread.

Pass 10 Jul 2013 54,828 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 51,891 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 48,043 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 36,654 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 29,488 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 24,688 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 24,688 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 YGD is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YGD, 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 YGD registered?

LJ05 YGD is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 2 June 2005.

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