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GF05 CAE

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,621 mi
Last recorded95,621 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 CAE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 May 2016 95,621 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2015 92,553 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 90,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean

Pass 19 Dec 2012 156,163 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 143,216 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 131,664 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 114,580 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 94,930 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 83,558 miles

Parking brake has only minimal reserve travel

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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GF05 CAE is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF05 CAE, 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 GF05 CAE?

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What year was GF05 CAE registered?

GF05 CAE is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is GF05 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 CAE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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