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GV55 JXP

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,107 mi
Last recorded121,107 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 JXP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 121,107 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 121,107 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 118,468 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 115,747 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 113,913 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2022 110,436 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewalll (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 107,226 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 105,186 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 102,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 99,339 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 97,023 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 92,725 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 86,860 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 79,974 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 79,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 68,293 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 60,442 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 55,387 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 46,270 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,877 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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GV55 JXP is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JXP, 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 GV55 JXP registered?

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

Is GV55 JXP safe to buy?

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