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EF05 EXP

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

165,119 mi
Last recorded165,119 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 EXP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 165,119 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 156,926 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 May 2017 156,926 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2016

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

Pass 12 May 2015 136,155 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 20 May 2014 122,677 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 108,113 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 94,552 miles

petrol flap hard to open

Pass 25 May 2011 78,383 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 78,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 62,457 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 57,119 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 42,626 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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EF05 EXP is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF05 EXP, 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 EF05 EXP registered?

EF05 EXP is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is EF05 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 EXP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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