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LJ05 VYL

2005 BMW 630

Black Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,966 mi
Last recorded95,966 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 63081,197 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VYL
MakeBMW
Model630
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 95,966 miles

Offside Front Door damaged.

Fail 2 May 2017 95,961 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Door damaged.

Pass 26 Apr 2016 92,545 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r and o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

rear service and rear hand brake needs adjustment

Pass 28 Feb 2015 91,428 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 28 May 2013 77,914 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 58,247 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 49,900 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 48,242 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 27,893 miles

nearside fornt tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 9 Jan 2009 27,821 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 27,777 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 27,770 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 630?

Based on 75,915 MOT tests across 4,603 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,351
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,605
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,250
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,084
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 923
position lamp(s) not working 708
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LJ05 VYL is a 2005 BMW 630 in Black with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 630 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,197 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 630 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 VYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 630 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 630 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 VYL registered?

LJ05 VYL is a 2005 BMW 630, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is LJ05 VYL safe to buy?

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