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LB05 WZA

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,798 mi
Last recorded91,798 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 WZA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 91,798 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 84,199 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 84,136 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 84,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 79,817 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

child seats fitted

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2014 76,224 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 72,060 miles

Coolant leak

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 67,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 63,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 53,995 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 44,795 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 35,612 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 27,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 27,974 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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LB05 WZA is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LB05 WZA, 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 LB05 WZA registered?

LB05 WZA is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LB05 WZA safe to buy?

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