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DB-52-BBB

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

348,493 mi
Last recorded348,493 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB-52-BBB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 348,493 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 348,493 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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DB-52-BBB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DB-52-BBB, 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 DB-52-BBB?

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What year was DB-52-BBB registered?

DB-52-BBB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 February 2005.

Is DB-52-BBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB-52-BBB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DB-52-BBB have outstanding finance?

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