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OV05 VPM

2005 BMW 545

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,362 mi
Last recorded144,362 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 54587,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 VPM
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2015 144,362 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 128,249 miles

rear o/s main brake pipe & rear transverse brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 13 Dec 2013 113,612 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 98,670 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 80,305 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 68,287 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 67,256 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 65,283 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2009 50,990 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 41,000 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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OV05 VPM is a 2005 BMW 545 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV05 VPM, 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 OV05 VPM registered?

OV05 VPM is a 2005 BMW 545, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is OV05 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 VPM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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