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VX55 TCV

2005 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,991 mi
Last recorded125,991 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 TCV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 125,991 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 109,506 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 103,590 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 97,839 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 90,465 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 83,366 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 78,513 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 78,450 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 73,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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VX55 TCV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 106,977 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX55 TCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX55 TCV?

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What year was VX55 TCV registered?

VX55 TCV is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is VX55 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 TCV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX55 TCV have outstanding finance?

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