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DE55 ZYT

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,612 mi
Last recorded150,612 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 ZYT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 150,612 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 140,817 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre has a small split on the inside wall.

Fail 26 Oct 2016 140,817 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre has a small split on the inside wall.

Pass 23 Oct 2015 128,601 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2015 128,601 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 120,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre cut but not deep to ply or cords

o/s/r tyre cut but not to cords or ply

Pass 20 Nov 2013 111,848 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 105,642 miles

Near side front tyre damaged on outter wall

Pass 9 Dec 2011 100,888 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 11 Dec 2010 96,493 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 89,801 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 81,404 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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DE55 ZYT is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE55 ZYT, 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 DE55 ZYT registered?

DE55 ZYT is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is DE55 ZYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 ZYT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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