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LT05 NMV

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,575 mi
Last recorded145,575 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 NMV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 145,575 miles

plastic sheet under the vehicle(front to back)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 141,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust slight corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2014 137,228 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 132,628 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear outer side light not working

Fail 14 Dec 2013 132,628 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear outer side light not working

Pass 15 Dec 2012 119,965 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 119,965 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 106,479 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 106,479 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 92,542 miles

DTC light staying on

Pass 12 Dec 2009 81,701 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 70,611 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 63,964 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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LT05 NMV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LT05 NMV, 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 LT05 NMV?

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What year was LT05 NMV registered?

LT05 NMV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 March 2005.

Is LT05 NMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 NMV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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