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LR55 WYU

2005 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

175,174 mi
Last recorded175,174 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 WYU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 175,174 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 158,647 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 145,768 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 136,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 136,467 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 130,510 miles

brake pipe above rear diff corroding

rear plate / slight wear on edges on front tyres / rear tyres 3mm perishing / engine x under covers fitted

Fail 16 Aug 2018 130,510 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

brake pipe above rear diff corroding

rear plate / slight wear on edges on front tyres / rear tyres 3mm perishing / engine x under covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2017 123,505 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine x under covers fitted / brake pipe above rear sub frame corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2016 113,171 miles

engine x under covers fitted / rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 18 Aug 2016 113,171 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine x under covers fitted / rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Aug 2015 105,235 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 91,194 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 84,057 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 74,969 miles

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

all brake discs have signs of wear

Fail 19 Oct 2012 74,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

all brake discs have signs of wear

Pass 31 Oct 2011 66,807 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight wear on both the front brake discs

Pass 3 Nov 2010 58,998 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 48,813 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 32,780 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 WYU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LR55 WYU, 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 WYU?

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What year was LR55 WYU registered?

LR55 WYU is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is LR55 WYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 WYU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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