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SA55 HDE

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,712 mi
Last recorded98,712 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 HDE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 98,712 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - front lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays/sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2025 96,950 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted sill covers

Fail 13 Jun 2025 96,950 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted sill covers

Pass 6 Jun 2024 91,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 87,831 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 31 May 2022 81,855 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 75,132 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side fronts (4.1.4 (b))

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

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jun 2020 72,209 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 72,193 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 69,975 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 67,196 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,298 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2016 60,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 57,972 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 55,223 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2013 49,682 miles

Airbag warning light on.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 45,008 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 43,216 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 39,274 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,637 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 28,661 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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SA55 HDE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 SA55 HDE, 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 SA55 HDE registered?

SA55 HDE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SA55 HDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA55 HDE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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