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LM05 LLZ

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,309 mi
Last recorded100,309 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 LLZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 100,309 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,906 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 79,813 miles

rear tyres getting low

Pass 11 Sep 2013 65,415 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 58,702 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 53,441 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 53,441 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 49,826 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,347 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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LM05 LLZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM05 LLZ, 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 LM05 LLZ?

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What year was LM05 LLZ registered?

LM05 LLZ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LM05 LLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 LLZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM05 LLZ have outstanding finance?

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