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M700 OTA

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

115,749 mi
Last recorded115,749 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM700 OTA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 115,749 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 112,746 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 108,487 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 107,350 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 103,611 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 101,900 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 98,322 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 96,903 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 96,903 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 94,169 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 90,648 miles

o/s/r tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2014 88,042 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 85,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2012 79,761 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 79,719 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 79,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 69,219 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 69,219 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,906 miles

all tyres worn edges

wear all disc

Pass 7 Sep 2009 49,363 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 46,792 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 35,461 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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M700 OTA is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 M700 OTA, 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 M700 OTA?

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What year was M700 OTA registered?

M700 OTA is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is M700 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M700 OTA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M700 OTA have outstanding finance?

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