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GVU 940D

2005 BMW 325

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,801 mi
Last recorded55,801 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 32570,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVU 940D
MakeBMW
Model325
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 55,801 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 55,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 55,526 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 55,129 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 54,794 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 54,744 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 54,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 53,746 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 52,454 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 51,050 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 49,238 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 47,306 miles

both front brake hoses starting to perish

engine covers and undershields fitted

internal headlamp adjuster used to recheck aims

Pass 10 Oct 2014 44,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Sep 2013 42,071 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,877 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 35,627 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 30,053 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,792 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 19,036 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,121 miles

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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GVU 940D 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 95%.

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 GVU 940D, 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

How do I check the history of GVU 940D?

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What year was GVU 940D registered?

GVU 940D is a 2005 BMW 325, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is GVU 940D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVU 940D shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVU 940D have outstanding finance?

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