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LT05 OUX

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,963 mi
Last recorded174,963 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 174,963 miles

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

front brakes rusty

Pass 27 Jan 2015 174,280 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 174,274 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 167,767 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 154,253 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 154,253 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 139,268 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 139,268 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 127,735 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 107,001 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 102,116 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 23,772 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 OUX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUX, 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

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What year was LT05 OUX registered?

LT05 OUX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LT05 OUX safe to buy?

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