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LJ55 SZZ

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,462 mi
Last recorded154,462 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 SZZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2022 154,462 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 147,331 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 139,933 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 126,711 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 119,105 miles

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2016 111,100 miles

Slight play O/S inner steering tie rod

Pass 20 Oct 2015 87,719 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 69,942 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 65,273 miles

rear brakes uneven, os steering rack play in arm, rear brake pads starting to get low

Pass 6 Oct 2012 57,842 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tested wet, all discs worn & lip, rear inner pads look low

Pass 3 Sep 2011 49,302 miles

slight play from o/s steering arm

Pass 23 Aug 2010 37,550 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 29,010 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,329 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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LJ55 SZZ is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ55 SZZ, 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 LJ55 SZZ registered?

LJ55 SZZ is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is LJ55 SZZ safe to buy?

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