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RA55 GJE

2005 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

106,156 mi
Last recorded106,156 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 GJE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 106,156 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 105,843 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 100,942 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 91,607 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 83,641 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 81,284 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 81,142 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 78,822 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 77,943 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 77,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2018 76,027 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 74,697 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 74,697 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 71,367 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 69,058 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 66,066 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 65,075 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 59,641 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 53,276 miles

front discs are worn to limit

Pass 5 Dec 2009 44,272 miles

Near-side tyre worn on inner edge.

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 10 Dec 2008 34,265 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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RA55 GJE is a 2005 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RA55 GJE, 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 RA55 GJE registered?

RA55 GJE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is RA55 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 GJE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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