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YK05 LUH

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,495 mi
Last recorded165,495 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 LUH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 165,495 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 161,076 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 142,314 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 138,426 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2010 98,180 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 98,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2009 112,849 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

o/s/f tyre outer wall curb damaged , but not to cord

Pass 27 Oct 2009 112,849 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)

o/s/f tyre outer wall curb damaged , but not to cord

Pass 10 Oct 2009 97,818 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 93,297 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 93,297 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 76,998 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 60,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 59,721 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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YK05 LUH is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK05 LUH, 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 YK05 LUH registered?

YK05 LUH is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YK05 LUH safe to buy?

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