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GK55 SJU

2005 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,916 mi
Last recorded63,916 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 SJU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 63,916 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 63,916 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 63,647 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 63,145 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 62,713 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 62,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 61,064 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 58,834 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 56,976 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 55,414 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 54,189 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 52,844 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 50,800 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,277 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2008 8,038 miles

light tapping noise from engine, requires further investigation- suspect sticking hydraulic tapet

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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GK55 SJU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GK55 SJU, 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 GK55 SJU registered?

GK55 SJU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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