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LM05 OFB

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,421 mi
Last recorded88,421 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 OFB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 88,421 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 77,935 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 77,935 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 71,488 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 64,620 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 55,543 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,831 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 39,534 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 31,995 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 31,988 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 OFB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OFB, 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 OFB?

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What year was LM05 OFB registered?

LM05 OFB is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is LM05 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 OFB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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