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LL54 BDX

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,344 mi
Last recorded148,344 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL54 BDX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 148,344 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 148,344 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 144,903 miles

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)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 144,892 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 12 Nov 2014 127,170 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 112,716 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 102,052 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 97,781 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 97,781 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 83,598 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 71,173 miles

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 24 Feb 2009 56,765 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,007 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 43,877 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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LL54 BDX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LL54 BDX, 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 LL54 BDX registered?

LL54 BDX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is LL54 BDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL54 BDX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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