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RO05 JRM

2005 BMW 325

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

151,281 mi
Last recorded151,281 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 32570,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO05 JRM
MakeBMW
Model325
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 151,281 miles

Bonnet struts weak

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside reverse light not working

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 148,089 miles

Bonnet struts weak

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 21 Jul 2023 143,869 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

TPMS warning light on

Pass 21 Jul 2022 139,661 miles

Bonnet struts weak

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Fail 21 Jul 2022 139,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Bonnet struts weak

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Reverse lights not working

Pass 20 Jul 2021 133,743 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 129,519 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 125,544 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2019 125,544 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 112,037 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 97,015 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside and offside front brake hoses light cracking on outer casing

Pass 28 Jul 2016 89,513 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 79,554 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 69,602 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 60,705 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 54,428 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 46,241 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 38,393 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 30,704 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,062 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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RO05 JRM is a 2005 BMW 325 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 70,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO05 JRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 325 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO05 JRM registered?

RO05 JRM is a 2005 BMW 325, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is RO05 JRM safe to buy?

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