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LM05 XKE

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,616 mi
Last recorded46,616 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2009
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 XKE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2009 46,616 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 32,964 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 18,349 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 XKE is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XKE, 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 XKE?

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What year was LM05 XKE registered?

LM05 XKE is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is LM05 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 XKE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM05 XKE have outstanding finance?

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