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OE05 VFN

2005 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,413 mi
Last recorded54,413 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 VFN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 54,413 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 48,585 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 41,097 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 37,757 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2022 37,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

condensation in both front headlamps

Pass 30 Dec 2021 36,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 34,341 miles

condensation in o/s headlamp

Pass 24 Jun 2019 31,465 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 29,351 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,434 miles

n/s/r tyre has a nail in tread repairable

Pass 27 Jun 2016 27,214 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,463 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,502 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 24,804 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,294 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,574 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 18,094 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 18,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 16,377 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,067 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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OE05 VFN is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OE05 VFN, 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 OE05 VFN registered?

OE05 VFN is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is OE05 VFN safe to buy?

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