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PSH 5

2005 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

120,018 mi
Last recorded120,018 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSH 5
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 120,018 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 118,868 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear screw in tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2023 117,392 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 115,555 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 114,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 112,971 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 111,627 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 109,599 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 106,786 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 103,798 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)

engine cover and tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Nov 2015 99,335 miles

engine tray and cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Oct 2014 97,696 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 25 Oct 2013 95,399 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 94,792 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 93,169 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 91,194 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 89,443 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 84,913 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 82,064 miles

engine undertray fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2008 82,064 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine undertray fitted

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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PSH 5 is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PSH 5, 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

How do I check the history of PSH 5?

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What year was PSH 5 registered?

PSH 5 is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is PSH 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSH 5 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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