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BN05 RCZ

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,829 mi
Last recorded85,829 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 RCZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 85,829 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 68,773 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 62,929 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 59,416 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 58,213 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 53,896 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 53,813 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 50,453 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 47,840 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 47,832 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 44,192 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 44,192 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 42,999 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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BN05 RCZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN05 RCZ, 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 BN05 RCZ?

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What year was BN05 RCZ registered?

BN05 RCZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is BN05 RCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 RCZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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