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MV55 GYB

2005 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,837 mi
Last recorded104,837 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 GYB
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2017 104,837 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted

engine cover fitted

nearside front shock absorber starting to leak

undertray fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2017 104,837 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted

engine cover fitted

nearside front shock absorber starting to leak

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 101,053 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 96,676 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

offside front tyre outer sidewall has cuts and scrapes no cords or ply exposed

offside rear tyre outer sidewall has cuts and scrapes no cords or ply exposed

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 6 Jun 2013 79,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 74,363 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 74,363 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 4 May 2011 63,400 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 47,881 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 6 Feb 2009 25,853 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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MV55 GYB is a 2005 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV55 GYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MV55 GYB?

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What year was MV55 GYB registered?

MV55 GYB is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MV55 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 GYB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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