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LC55 VLN

2005 BMW 130

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,376 mi
Last recorded93,376 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 VLN
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 93,376 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2017 93,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 89,760 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Oct 2015 85,458 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 80,995 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 74,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 69,213 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 61,801 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 52,013 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 42,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 24,720 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 24,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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LC55 VLN is a 2005 BMW 130 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC55 VLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC55 VLN registered?

LC55 VLN is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is LC55 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 VLN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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