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AU05 ZRV

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,197 mi
Last recorded96,197 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ZRV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2010 96,197 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 96,627 miles

both front tyres sidewall scrubed

Pass 27 Jun 2009 86,183 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 56,442 miles

front bumper previously damaged

unable to check under vehicle properly due to plastic covers

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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AU05 ZRV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU05 ZRV, 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 AU05 ZRV?

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What year was AU05 ZRV registered?

AU05 ZRV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is AU05 ZRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ZRV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU05 ZRV have outstanding finance?

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