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CX05 TSO

2005 BMW 6 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,985 mi
Last recorded132,985 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 6 Series80,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 TSO
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 132,985 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 131,168 miles

Central Front Oil leak Oil build up on block and undertray. ()

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 127,723 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 121,431 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 115,764 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 115,764 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 105,246 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 88,245 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 67,408 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 48,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 25,920 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,697 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 21,697 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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CX05 TSO is a 2005 BMW 6 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 80,459 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX05 TSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 6 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX05 TSO registered?

CX05 TSO is a 2005 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is CX05 TSO safe to buy?

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