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LT05 YYV

2005 BMW 6 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

112,179 mi
Last recorded112,179 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 6 Series80,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 YYV
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 112,179 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 107,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 107,723 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2019 104,679 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 100,128 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 100,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 97,214 miles

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

Nearside mirror casing missing

under tray

Pass 2 Oct 2015 96,413 miles

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

n/s mirror casing missing

Pass 26 Sep 2014 97,039 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 83,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 83,033 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 71,219 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 71,219 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 May 2012 71,208 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 60,049 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 59,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 48,721 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 48,636 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 38,994 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 38,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,231 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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LT05 YYV is a 2005 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 80,459 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 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT05 YYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 6 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT05 YYV registered?

LT05 YYV is a 2005 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is LT05 YYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 YYV shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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