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RJ05 XWR

2005 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

98,272 mi
Last recorded98,272 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 XWR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 98,272 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Under shield fitted

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (2.8mm-3mm) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear fuel cap rubber cracking

Fail 28 Jan 2026 98,272 miles

Front Under shield fitted

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (2.8mm-3mm) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear fuel cap rubber cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2025 96,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 96,103 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 95,787 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 93,683 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 92,562 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 89,061 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Pass 26 Apr 2018 88,001 miles

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

Oil leak underside ()

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nsf tyre tread cracking

Fail 23 Apr 2018 88,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Oil leak underside ()

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nsf tyre tread cracking

Pass 19 Apr 2017 84,159 miles

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

nsf tyre tread starting to cracking

Pass 11 Apr 2016 80,438 miles

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

nsf tyre tread starting to crack

Fail 11 Apr 2016 80,438 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

nsf tyre tread starting to crack

Pass 13 Apr 2015 78,583 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2014 77,056 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 73,192 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 73,192 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 69,192 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 64,017 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 60,190 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 60,190 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 53,260 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 42,424 miles

Rear 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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RJ05 XWR is a 2005 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RJ05 XWR, 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 RJ05 XWR registered?

RJ05 XWR is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is RJ05 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 XWR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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