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YF55 XPX

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,076 mi
Last recorded172,076 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 XPX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 172,076 miles

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Fail 13 Feb 2018 172,076 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Pass 18 Jan 2017 157,742 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 147,406 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 133,813 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 126,320 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 126,320 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 118,889 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 110,710 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 102,332 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2009 91,951 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 74,304 miles

small cut in osf tyre not deep enough to reach cords

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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YF55 XPX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF55 XPX, 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

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What year was YF55 XPX registered?

YF55 XPX is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is YF55 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 XPX shows 12 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.

Does YF55 XPX have outstanding finance?

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