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LR55 VZH

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

179,285 mi
Last recorded179,285 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 VZH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 179,285 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 174,606 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 161,767 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 157,399 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2022 153,127 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 143,697 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2020 137,684 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 126,704 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 113,740 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 113,740 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 100,126 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 87,545 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 71,259 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 71,259 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 65,589 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 57,515 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 48,446 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 48,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 39,748 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 26,856 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 26,837 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 19,625 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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LR55 VZH is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LR55 VZH, 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 LR55 VZH?

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What year was LR55 VZH registered?

LR55 VZH is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is LR55 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 VZH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR55 VZH have outstanding finance?

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