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LC55 BLF

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,302 mi
Last recorded93,302 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 BLF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2022 93,302 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 82,577 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 72,513 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 70,444 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 107,775 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 103,044 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 96,531 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 52,465 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,816 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 45,816 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 61,732 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2010 31,188 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 4 Nov 2010 31,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Nov 2009 24,084 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

piastic covers fitted on underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Oct 2008 16,506 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LC55 BLF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LC55 BLF, 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 LC55 BLF registered?

LC55 BLF is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is LC55 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 BLF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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