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PJ55 GVW

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

135,006 mi
Last recorded135,006 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 GVW
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 135,006 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 133,159 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front 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))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 129,079 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 129,079 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 125,327 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 121,509 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 121,509 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 117,094 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 117,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 112,319 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,708 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 103,548 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 103,548 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 98,603 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 96,219 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 94,367 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Sep 2013 94,367 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2012 88,188 miles

Airbag warning lamp illuminated

Drive control system warning lamp illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Replace brake pads warning lamp illuminated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 88,188 miles

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

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Airbag warning lamp illuminated

Drive control system warning lamp illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Replace brake pads warning lamp illuminated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 81,518 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 73,788 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 66,727 miles

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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PJ55 GVW is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ55 GVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ55 GVW registered?

PJ55 GVW is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 November 2005.

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