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MJ05 HCU

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

200,713 mi
Last recorded200,713 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 HCU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 200,713 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 197,983 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 196,038 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 193,911 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 185,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 177,741 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 168,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 161,866 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 150,975 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 133,579 miles

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

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 20 Oct 2015 121,349 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 121,349 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 111,669 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 104,998 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 97,328 miles

front brake discs starting to get low

Pass 24 Oct 2011 90,587 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 84,016 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 52,886 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 47,520 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 47,429 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 37,384 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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MJ05 HCU is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MJ05 HCU, 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 MJ05 HCU registered?

MJ05 HCU is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is MJ05 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ05 HCU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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