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HG55 GZV

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

177,587 mi
Last recorded177,587 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 GZV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 177,587 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 174,513 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 169,187 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 164,776 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 159,383 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 153,128 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 148,196 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 141,659 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 141,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 129,049 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 124,485 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 100,717 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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HG55 GZV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HG55 GZV, 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 HG55 GZV?

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What year was HG55 GZV registered?

HG55 GZV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is HG55 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG55 GZV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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