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BP05 OBG

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

180,136 mi
Last recorded180,136 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 OBG
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 180,136 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 153,079 miles

Oil leak

plastic guards fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

Fail 28 Nov 2011 153,079 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

plastic guards fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

Pass 20 Jan 2010 93,559 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 93,551 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Dec 2008 61,525 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 61,525 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BP05 OBG is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BP05 OBG, 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.

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What year was BP05 OBG registered?

BP05 OBG is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is BP05 OBG safe to buy?

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