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LM55 DYV

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,977 mi
Last recorded87,977 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 DYV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2008 87,977 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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LM55 DYV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 LM55 DYV, 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 LM55 DYV?

You can check the full history of LM55 DYV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LM55 DYV registered?

LM55 DYV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is LM55 DYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 DYV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM55 DYV have outstanding finance?

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