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SJ05 EPV

2005 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

151,930 mi
Last recorded151,930 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 EPV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 151,930 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F side wall tyre slightly damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under the vehicle fitted tray

Pass 22 Nov 2018 136,957 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 134,743 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak wipers smearing ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside, also rear wishbone bushes detoriated (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

exhaust flexi damaged slight leak of exhaust gases

nearside front tyre has a wear on the inner and outer edges also has cuts on the outer wall

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 132,495 miles

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

handbrake effiecencey just meets requirements needs repair or adjustment

Pass 24 Sep 2015 123,736 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 112,119 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 98,935 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 98,935 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SJ05 EPV is a 2005 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SJ05 EPV, 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 SJ05 EPV?

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What year was SJ05 EPV registered?

SJ05 EPV is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is SJ05 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 EPV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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