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YF05 ZDN

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,559 mi
Last recorded132,559 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 ZDN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2022 132,559 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 131,866 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 130,783 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 128,102 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 122,069 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 115,703 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 106,826 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 97,371 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 88,575 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 78,980 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 70,533 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 67,419 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 57,869 miles

brake pad warning on

Pass 9 Jul 2009 47,302 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 37,443 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 30,689 miles

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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YF05 ZDN is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YF05 ZDN, 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 YF05 ZDN?

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What year was YF05 ZDN registered?

YF05 ZDN is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is YF05 ZDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 ZDN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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