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MT05 BYD

2005 BMW 545

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

173,069 mi
Last recorded173,069 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 54587,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 BYD
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 173,069 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 172,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 166,861 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 148,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 137,419 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 137,413 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 132,029 miles

16%) Parking Brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair. [3.7.A.7]

Pass 13 May 2017 127,059 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 121,316 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 107,259 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 91,946 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 80,398 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 75,990 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 71,272 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 66,256 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 61,621 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 61,416 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 33,848 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 10,651 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 8,417 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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MT05 BYD is a 2005 BMW 545 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 87,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT05 BYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT05 BYD registered?

MT05 BYD is a 2005 BMW 545, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is MT05 BYD safe to buy?

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