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LK05 PZG

2005 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,346 mi
Last recorded151,346 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 PZG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 151,346 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 148,388 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 144,032 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 139,375 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 135,191 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 133,737 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 130,738 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 127,049 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 6 Sep 2018 127,048 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 / 50 r 17 94 y run flat showing cord (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

cooling leak

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

tpms warning light on

Pass 19 Sep 2017 121,557 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 113,983 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 113,983 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 107,609 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 97,011 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 87,979 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 74,010 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 60,042 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 49,733 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,109 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 30,961 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 30,961 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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LK05 PZG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LK05 PZG, 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

How do I check the history of LK05 PZG?

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What year was LK05 PZG registered?

LK05 PZG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is LK05 PZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 PZG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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