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YS05 NKJ

2005 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,087 mi
Last recorded25,087 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 2005 BMW 5 Series106,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 NKJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2009 25,087 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 12,715 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,468 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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YS05 NKJ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 YS05 NKJ, 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 YS05 NKJ?

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What year was YS05 NKJ registered?

YS05 NKJ is a 2005 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is YS05 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS05 NKJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS05 NKJ have outstanding finance?

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