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YS05 GHY

2005 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,458 mi
Last recorded95,458 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 GHY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 95,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 95,456 miles

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 84,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 80,702 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 77,500 miles

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2017 74,647 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 70,612 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 65,065 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 58,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2013 52,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 52,361 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 47,682 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 41,990 miles

There are some very small cuts in the treads of both rear tyres, not showing any cord.

Pass 20 May 2010 36,852 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 32,180 miles

n/s/f fog light loose

Fail 26 May 2009 32,179 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s/f fog light loose

Pass 2 Jun 2008 26,970 miles

r/h/f tyre 4mm some small stone cuts in tread

Fail 2 Jun 2008 26,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

r/h/f tyre 4mm some small stone cuts in tread

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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YS05 GHY is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YS05 GHY, 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 YS05 GHY registered?

YS05 GHY is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 June 2005.

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