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RX55 ZDN

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

199,610 mi
Last recorded199,610 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 ZDN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 199,610 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 199,610 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2025 192,741 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 185,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2023 176,477 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 167,588 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 159,821 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 152,385 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 146,120 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 140,267 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 130,286 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 129,240 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 119,267 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 112,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2011 74,170 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2011 74,167 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

all 3 other tyres worn to 3mm of tread

Pass 6 Oct 2010 57,169 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 42,898 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 41,090 miles

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

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

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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RX55 ZDN is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RX55 ZDN, 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

How do I check the history of RX55 ZDN?

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What year was RX55 ZDN registered?

RX55 ZDN is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is RX55 ZDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 ZDN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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