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BP05 GNJ

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,297 mi
Last recorded163,297 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 GNJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2019 163,297 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 148,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 136,675 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 127,436 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2015 114,773 miles

parking brake requires adjustment

rear tyres wearing

undershields fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2014 108,581 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 100,092 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 92,109 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 82,850 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 73,716 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 65,559 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 47,946 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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BP05 GNJ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BP05 GNJ, 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 BP05 GNJ registered?

BP05 GNJ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is BP05 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 GNJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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