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MA05 OHG

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,969 mi
Last recorded132,969 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 OHG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 132,969 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 122,860 miles

possible egr leak under bonnet

Pass 30 Jun 2016 119,386 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 115,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 110,219 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 102,951 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 94,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 87,390 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 78,472 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 78,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 69,167 miles

nearside rear tyre has rub mark on inner side wall, no contact visable.

Fail 16 Jun 2009 69,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 61,122 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 61,100 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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MA05 OHG is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 MA05 OHG, 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 MA05 OHG registered?

MA05 OHG is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is MA05 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 OHG shows 14 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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