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KJ05 GLZ

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,965 mi
Last recorded131,965 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 GLZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 131,965 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 129,363 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2018 129,363 miles

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

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 126,379 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 May 2017 126,379 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 124,158 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 120,434 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 111,053 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 104,172 miles

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

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

engine temperature was below 80 degrees when emmisions were tested . due to oil cooler being fitted to vehical

Pass 17 Aug 2012 92,453 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 79,732 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on inside edge

front brakes have an inbalance of 14%

Fail 26 Aug 2011 79,732 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front tyres worn on inside edge

front brakes have an inbalance of 14%

Pass 25 Aug 2010 69,809 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,331 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 43,568 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

diesel emissons to low to get a reading on smoke tester

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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KJ05 GLZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc 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 KJ05 GLZ, 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 KJ05 GLZ registered?

KJ05 GLZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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