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YA55 PVP

2005 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

174,260 mi
Last recorded174,260 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA55 PVP
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 174,260 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2016 171,768 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 165,733 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

No emission reading recorded at test.

Pass 3 Jan 2015 159,508 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 147,129 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 146,893 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 138,134 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 121,895 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 100,389 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 81,372 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 57,100 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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YA55 PVP is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YA55 PVP, 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 YA55 PVP registered?

YA55 PVP is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is YA55 PVP safe to buy?

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