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GV55 EYB

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

120,007 mi
Last recorded120,007 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 EYB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 120,007 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 118,496 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 116,292 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 114,343 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 104,637 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 101,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2021 101,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 98,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2019 98,056 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 97,703 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 90,910 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 84,617 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 77,490 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 9 Nov 2015 62,729 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 62,540 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 56,084 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 54,599 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 62,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 45,265 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 36,859 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 25,643 miles

n/s front tyre on legal limit @ wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2008 25,639 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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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GV55 EYB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GV55 EYB, 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 GV55 EYB?

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What year was GV55 EYB registered?

GV55 EYB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is GV55 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 EYB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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