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SU51 PLW

2005 BMW Unknown

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,843 mi
Last recorded39,843 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Unknown108,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU51 PLW
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 39,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 39,051 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 37,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2022 36,074 miles

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))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 36,018 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,456 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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SU51 PLW is a 2005 BMW Unknown in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 108,303 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SU51 PLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 21 years old, this BMW Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SU51 PLW?

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What year was SU51 PLW registered?

SU51 PLW is a 2005 BMW Unknown, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is SU51 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU51 PLW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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