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LL55 CJY

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

139,366 mi
Last recorded139,366 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL55 CJY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 139,366 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 139,055 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2024 129,072 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 120,905 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 111,916 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 104,878 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 97,312 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 97,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 82,019 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 74,405 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 70,875 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 68,212 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 65,148 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 60,009 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 21 Jan 2013 54,582 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,703 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 42,391 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 19 Feb 2009 30,279 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 30,011 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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LL55 CJY is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LL55 CJY, 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

How do I check the history of LL55 CJY?

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What year was LL55 CJY registered?

LL55 CJY is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LL55 CJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL55 CJY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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