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CP55 KJX

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

171,863 mi
Last recorded171,863 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 KJX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 171,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (Tyre on 2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 167,682 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 163,161 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 158,766 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))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 158,722 miles

Brake performance not tested DUE TO BRAKE PIPES (1.2.1 (g))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))

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 21 Jan 2022 152,205 miles

plastic undertrays fitted throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Jan 2021 147,568 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 144,316 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 138,405 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 133,739 miles

Both front tyres worn inner and outer edge

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2018 133,739 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Light lense (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Both front tyres worn inner and outer edge

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 133,394 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 128,000 miles

front tyres out of shape

Pass 1 Feb 2016 115,333 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 108,691 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 96,660 miles

osf. tyre cracking in tread not expose any cords

Fail 29 Jan 2014 96,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

osf. tyre cracking in tread not expose any cords

Fail 19 Jun 2012 80,694 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 80,694 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 67,570 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front jacking pad missing

underbody covers and protective sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2010 59,036 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 59,036 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,594 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 40,693 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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CP55 KJX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 CP55 KJX, 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 CP55 KJX registered?

CP55 KJX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is CP55 KJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 KJX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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