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MM05 YNF

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

225,604 mi
Last recorded225,604 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 YNF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 225,604 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 351,597 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 320,613 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 291,689 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 257,803 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 141,614 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 125,864 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 125,864 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2012 114,809 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 93,883 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

plastic under sheilds fitted not allowing full inspection on under side

Pass 22 Sep 2011 93,883 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

plastic under sheilds fitted not allowing full inspection on under side

Pass 2 Oct 2009 59,042 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 59,040 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 40,277 miles

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

plastic undertray fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Oct 2008 40,277 miles

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

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

plastic undertray fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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MM05 YNF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MM05 YNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MM05 YNF registered?

MM05 YNF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is MM05 YNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 YNF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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