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KL55 BYF

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

235,781 mi
Last recorded235,781 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL55 BYF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 235,781 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 223,386 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 219,079 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 213,744 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 208,775 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 198,315 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 188,997 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight roughness

Pass 28 Nov 2016 181,105 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil recommend both listed be checked or replaced at next service (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 170,548 miles

windscreen cracked at bottom not affecting the view ahead

windscreen cracked behind rear view mirror

Pass 21 Nov 2014 162,324 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 138,389 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 138,389 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 115,539 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 101,901 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 89,370 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 77,624 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 62,664 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 46,114 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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KL55 BYF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KL55 BYF, 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 KL55 BYF registered?

KL55 BYF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is KL55 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL55 BYF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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