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HG55 UHM

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,265 mi
Last recorded197,265 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 UHM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 197,265 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main runs to rear (1.1.11 (c))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2019 195,072 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ti rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 193,993 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 189,580 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 189,580 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2016 185,796 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 180,554 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 180,554 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 171,879 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 164,627 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 146,395 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 123,229 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 96,752 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 85,327 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 85,327 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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 UHM is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UHM, 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 HG55 UHM registered?

HG55 UHM is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is HG55 UHM safe to buy?

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