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SA05 DEG

2005 BMW 545

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,167 mi
Last recorded156,167 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 54587,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 DEG
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 156,167 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 21 Jun 2017 156,167 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

all tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 24 Jun 2016 147,539 miles

E M LIGHT ON

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

hand brake just pass brake test

Pass 19 Jun 2015 136,289 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/R tyre worn smooth on the inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 126,835 miles

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 108,151 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 93,465 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2011 65,220 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 57,605 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 47,524 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 37,399 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 55,332 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

headlamp aim on upper limit

Fail 2 Jul 2008 55,167 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

headlamp aim on upper limit

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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SA05 DEG is a 2005 BMW 545 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SA05 DEG, 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 SA05 DEG registered?

SA05 DEG is a 2005 BMW 545, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is SA05 DEG safe to buy?

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