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PG05 BJX

2005 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

248,234 mi
Last recorded248,234 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 BJX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 248,234 miles

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

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

oil leaks

Pass 13 Aug 2018 241,110 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 241,107 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

o/s/f outer side lamp not working

Pass 11 Sep 2017 233,943 miles

chip in zone B

n/s halo n/w

sings of oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2017 233,943 miles

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

chip in zone B

n/s halo n/w

sings of oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2017 227,340 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2017 227,090 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front 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 Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 217,103 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 204,229 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 192,136 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 178,513 miles

nearside and offside front tyres slighty worn on outer section

Pass 14 Feb 2012 144,052 miles

Airbag Warning Light Showing On Dash

Front Number Plate Cracked

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2010 109,904 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 86,514 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 72,041 miles

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

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

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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PG05 BJX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PG05 BJX, 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 PG05 BJX registered?

PG05 BJX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is PG05 BJX safe to buy?

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