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NT55 LNX

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 3990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,942 mi
Last recorded52,942 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT55 LNX
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 52,942 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 51,739 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 49,310 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 45,962 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 37,134 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 21,917 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 21,913 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Stabiliser link at upper front of rear suspension, ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Stabiliser link at upper front of rear suspension, ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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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NT55 LNX is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 3,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NT55 LNX, 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 NT55 LNX registered?

NT55 LNX is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is NT55 LNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT55 LNX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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