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DE05 TVX

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,115 mi
Last recorded80,115 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 TVX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 80,115 miles

undertrays fitted covering testable items

Pass 7 Feb 2020 79,884 miles

undertrays fitted covering testable items

Fail 7 Feb 2020 79,884 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted covering testable items

Pass 31 Oct 2017 78,964 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 76,150 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 73,206 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 69,012 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 66,318 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 64,202 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2011 61,612 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 61,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 64,375 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 45,009 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 35,616 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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DE05 TVX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DE05 TVX, 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 DE05 TVX registered?

DE05 TVX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is DE05 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 TVX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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