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GF05 TJY

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,170 mi
Last recorded180,170 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 TJY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 180,170 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear All position lamps no lamps fitted at time of test (4.2.1 (a))

Number plate front

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

Pass 12 May 2018 165,739 miles

HEADLIGHT PATTENS POOR

Fail 12 May 2018 165,739 miles

HEADLIGHT PATTENS POOR

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 156,951 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENSION

Fail 18 Mar 2017 156,951 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENSION

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 225,911 miles

play in suspension

Fail 2 Apr 2016 225,911 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

play in suspension

Pass 26 Mar 2015 125,589 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 116,866 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 116,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2013 110,728 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 106,078 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 101,658 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 94,507 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

off side rear brake pad wear indicator cable disconected

Pass 28 Feb 2009 78,274 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 66,263 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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GF05 TJY is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TJY, 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 GF05 TJY registered?

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

Is GF05 TJY safe to buy?

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