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YL05 XNE

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

204,638 mi
Last recorded204,638 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 XNE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2011 204,638 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 179,729 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 146,186 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2008 111,361 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 79,514 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 57,572 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 57,235 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 57,235 miles

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

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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YL05 XNE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YL05 XNE, 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 YL05 XNE registered?

YL05 XNE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is YL05 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 XNE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL05 XNE have outstanding finance?

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