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KH05 BXU

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

132,534 mi
Last recorded132,534 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH05 BXU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 132,534 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 122,860 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 91,458 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear & rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust flexible section is deteriorating

oil residue engine area

Fail 18 Nov 2021 91,458 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear & rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust flexible section is deteriorating

oil residue engine area

Pass 12 Dec 2020 86,954 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 83,486 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened rubber bonding on bushing (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 78,745 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,023 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 64,770 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 59,979 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 54,797 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 50,624 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing low on the inside edges.

Fail 1 May 2013 50,624 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres are wearing low on the inside edges.

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,668 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 40,544 miles

front inne brake pads look worn

plastic covers and sills fitted

Pass 5 May 2010 37,582 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,489 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 24,527 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 24,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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KH05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KH05 BXU, 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 KH05 BXU registered?

KH05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is KH05 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH05 BXU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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