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GL54 XVB

2005 BMW 745

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,220 mi
Last recorded78,220 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 74590,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 XVB
MakeBMW
Model745
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 78,220 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 78,220 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 78,213 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 77,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 67,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 65,271 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 62,812 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 59,313 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 52,438 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 49,096 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 45,291 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 40,868 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 36,200 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 14 Jan 2009 32,397 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 25,593 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 745?

Based on 22,701 MOT tests across 1,670 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
5,928
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 841
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 607
position lamp(s) not working 411
Brake pipe excessively corroded 341
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 311
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GL54 XVB is a 2005 BMW 745 in Grey 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 745 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 90,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 745 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 841 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL54 XVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 745 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 745 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL54 XVB registered?

GL54 XVB is a 2005 BMW 745, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is GL54 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 XVB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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