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FJ55 FTC

2005 BMW 545

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

122,129 mi
Last recorded122,129 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 54587,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 FTC
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 122,129 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 118,264 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 113,517 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 111,978 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 108,487 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 106,395 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 106,384 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 102,146 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 93,605 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pipes are corroded

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 27 Sep 2016 87,232 miles

both front tyres are getting low of tread

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 6 Oct 2015 80,855 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 78,092 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 71,151 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 62,790 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 47,863 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,288 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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FJ55 FTC is a 2005 BMW 545 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 87,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ55 FTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ55 FTC registered?

FJ55 FTC is a 2005 BMW 545, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is FJ55 FTC safe to buy?

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