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DA55 FTO

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

204,969 mi
Last recorded204,969 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 FTO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 204,969 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 176,843 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 154,664 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 131,072 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 106,377 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 94,685 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

poor reserve travel on parkbrake

Fail 3 Oct 2011 94,685 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

poor reserve travel on parkbrake

Pass 8 May 2010 72,214 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 4,699 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 46,585 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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DA55 FTO is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DA55 FTO, 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 DA55 FTO registered?

DA55 FTO is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is DA55 FTO safe to buy?

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