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OE05 VGL

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

253,441 mi
Last recorded253,441 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 VGL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 253,441 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 221,969 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2023 221,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 194,442 miles

exhaust fumes. (flexi pipe)

Fail 5 Oct 2022 194,442 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust fumes. (flexi pipe)

Pass 22 Oct 2021 190,538 miles

both rear tyres wearing inside edge

rear anti roll bar corroded

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 22 Oct 2021 190,538 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing inside edge

rear anti roll bar corroded

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 22 Oct 2020 185,771 miles

both front upper suspension arm bushes perished

rear subframe bushes perished

small oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2019 176,059 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 166,671 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 163,567 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 158,369 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 143,217 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 140,255 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 128,133 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 113,130 miles

air bag light on

Pass 19 Oct 2011 94,489 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 81,282 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 73,481 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 62,129 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 57,606 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 57,577 miles

Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE IS WORN TO THE LIMIT ON INNER EDGE AND REINFORCMENT VERY CLOSE TO COMING THROUGH IN PLACES.

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 VGL is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VGL, 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 VGL registered?

OE05 VGL is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 August 2005.

Is OE05 VGL safe to buy?

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