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AJ05 CMX

2005 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

125,005 mi
Last recorded125,005 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 CMX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 125,005 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 121,198 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed damag (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output selget damag (4.1.4 (b))

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

unda cover fetad

Fail 29 Mar 2019 121,198 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed damag (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output selget damag (4.1.4 (b))

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

unda cover fetad

Pass 14 Mar 2018 116,001 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 116,001 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both sides (1.8.B.1)

Offside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

TPM ligt on

Pass 5 Sep 2016 108,067 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 100,787 miles

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

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)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 100,787 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 29 Mar 2014 90,126 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 85,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 71,782 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 63,840 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 63,840 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2010 59,276 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 50,791 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 41,422 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 41,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front 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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AJ05 CMX is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ05 CMX, 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 AJ05 CMX registered?

AJ05 CMX is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is AJ05 CMX safe to buy?

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