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LS05 UTK

2005 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,814 mi
Last recorded5,814 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 UTK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2022 5,814 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 5,788 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 5,783 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 5,764 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 5,705 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 5,061 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 4,803 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 3,854 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 2,868 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 1,961 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 1,479 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 1,176 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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LS05 UTK is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LS05 UTK, 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 LS05 UTK?

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What year was LS05 UTK registered?

LS05 UTK is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LS05 UTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 UTK shows 12 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 LS05 UTK have outstanding finance?

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