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368 AJF

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,503 mi
Last recorded69,503 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration368 AJF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 69,503 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 69,130 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 68,576 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 67,781 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 67,087 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 66,448 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 65,933 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 64,782 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 63,140 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 61,062 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 57,672 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 53,545 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 51,089 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 11 Dec 2013 51,089 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 47,958 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 44,710 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 41,191 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 39,100 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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368 AJF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 106,977 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 368 AJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 368 AJF?

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What year was 368 AJF registered?

368 AJF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is 368 AJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 368 AJF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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