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AU55 TTO

2005 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

164,587 mi
Last recorded164,587 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 TTO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 164,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 162,780 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Pass 26 Sep 2019 149,791 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Sep 2019 149,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Mar 2018 127,260 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 120,362 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 110,914 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 103,021 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 95,414 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 86,208 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 78,124 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 72,109 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 62,739 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 52,224 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 40,931 miles

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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AU55 TTO is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AU55 TTO, 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

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What year was AU55 TTO registered?

AU55 TTO is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 TTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 TTO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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