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OU55 KKS

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,414 mi
Last recorded140,414 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 KKS
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 140,414 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 140,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 133,747 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 133,730 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

hand brake light staying on

Pass 6 Nov 2020 130,661 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 126,927 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 121,208 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 115,517 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 111,881 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 111,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2016 108,124 miles

Nearside Rear Inner rim buckled

Pass 19 Jan 2015 103,601 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 98,616 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 94,262 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 87,109 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 72,057 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 57,549 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 38,605 miles

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

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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OU55 KKS is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU55 KKS, 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

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What year was OU55 KKS registered?

OU55 KKS is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is OU55 KKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 KKS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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